2019 Ram 1500 lock

WARNING!
Avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a collision.
Remember that the sliding doors cannot be opened
from the inside door handle when the Child Protection
Door Locks are engaged.
NOTE:
• After setting the Child-Protection Door Lock system,
always test the door from the inside to make certain it is
in the desired position.
• For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the
door lock switch to the unlock position, roll down the
window, and open the door with the outside door
handle.
SEATS
Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the
vehicle.
WARNING!
• It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or
outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in
these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or
killed.
• Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
In a collision, people riding in these areas are more
likely to be seriously injured or killed.
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
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Driver Memory Seats — If Equipped
This feature allows the driver to store up to two different
memory profiles for easy recall through memory buttons.
Each memory profile contains desired position settings for
the driver ’s seat, side mirrors, adjustable pedals (if
equipped), and a set of desired radio station presets. Your
remote keyless entry key fob can also be programmed to
recall the same positions when the unlock button is
pushed.
NOTE:Your vehicle is equipped with two key fobs, one
key fob can be linked to memory position 1 and the other
key fob can be linked to memory position 2.
The driver memory seat buttons are located on the driver
door, next to the door handle.
Programming The Memory Feature
To create a new memory profile, perform the following:
1. Cycle the vehicle’s ignition to the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).
2. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired prefer- ences (i.e., driver ’s seat, outside mirrors, adjustable
pedals (if equipped), and radio station presets).
3. Push and release the set (S) button on the memory switch.
Driver Memory Seat Buttons
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4. Within five seconds, push and release either of thememory buttons (1) or (2). The instrument cluster dis-
play will show which memory position has been set.
NOTE:
• Memory profiles can be set without the vehicle in PARK,
but the vehicle must be in PARK to recall a memory
profile.
• To set a memory profile to your key fob, refer to
“Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Key
Fob To Memory” in this section.
Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry
Key Fob To Memory
Your key fob can be programmed to recall one of two
pre-programmed memory profiles by pushing the unlock
button on the key fob.
NOTE: Before programming your key fob you must select
the “Personal Settings Linked to Key Fob” feature through
the Uconnect Settings. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in
“Multimedia” for further information.
To program your key fob, perform the following:
1. Cycle the vehicle’s ignition to the OFF position. 2. Select a desired memory profile 1 or 2.
NOTE:
If a memory profile has not already been set, refer
to Programming The Memory Feature in this section for
instructions on how to set a memory profile.
3. Once the profile has been recalled, push and release the set (S) button on the memory switch.
4. Push and release button (1) or (2) accordingly. “Memory Profile Set” (1 or 2) will display in the instrument
cluster.
5. Push and release the lock button on the key fob within 10 seconds.
NOTE: Your key fob can be unlinked to your memory
settings by pushing the set (S) button, and within 10
seconds, followed by pushing the unlock button on the key
fob.
Memory Position Recall
NOTE: The vehicle speed must be lower than 5 mph
(8 km/h) to recall memory positions. If a recall is at-
tempted when the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph
(8 km/h), a message will be displayed in the instrument
cluster display.
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Driver One Memory Position Recall
•To recall the memory settings for driver one using the
memory buttons on the door panel, push memory
button (1).
• To recall the memory settings for driver one using the
key fob, push the unlock button on the key fob linked to
memory position 1.
Driver Two Memory Position Recall
• To recall the memory setting for driver two using the
memory buttons on the door panel, push memory
button (2).
• To recall the memory settings for driver two using the
key fob, push the unlock button on the key fob linked to
memory position 2.
A recall can be cancelled by pushing any of the memory
buttons during a recall (S, 1, or 2). When a recall is
canceled, the driver’s seat and the power pedals (if
equipped) stop moving. A delay of one second will occur
before another recall can be selected.Easy Entry/Exit Seat
This feature provides automatic driver ’s seat positioning to
enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the
vehicle.
The distance the driver ’s seat moves depends on where
you have the driver ’s seat positioned when you remove the
key fob from the ignition.
• When you remove the key fob from the ignition, the
driver ’s seat will move about 2.4 inches (60 mm) rear-
ward if the driver ’s seat position is greater than or equal
to 2.7 inches (67.7 mm) forward of the rear stop. The seat
will return to its previously set position when you place
the ignition into the ACC or RUN position.
• When you remove the key fob from the ignition, the
driver ’s seat will move to a position 0.3 inches (7.7 mm)
forward of the rear stop if the driver ’s seat position is
between 0.9 inches and 2.7 inches (22.7 mm and
67.7 mm) forward of the rear stop. The seat will return to
its previously set position when you place the ignition to
the ACC or RUN position.
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WARNING!
•All occupants, including the driver, should not oper-
ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head
restraints are placed in their proper positions in
order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event
of a crash.
• Head restraints should never be adjusted while the
vehicle is in motion. Driving a vehicle with the head
restraints improperly adjusted or removed could
cause serious injury or death in the event of a
collision.
Rear Head Restraints
The outboard head restraints are non-adjustable, but can be
folded down for improved rearward visibility. Push the
button on the outboard side of the head restraint to release.
To return the head restraint to its upright position, push up
on the head restraint until it locks back into place.WARNING!
Sitting in a seat with the head restraint in its lowered
position could result in serious injury or death in a
collision. Always make sure the outboard head re-
straints are in their upright positions when the seat is
to be occupied.
The center head restraint is not adjustable or removable.
Release Button
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NOTE:The head restraints should only be removed by
qualified technicians, for service purposes only. If any of
the head restraints require removal, see an authorized
dealer.
For child restraint tethering, refer to “Occupant Restraint
Systems” in “Safety” for further information.
STEERING WHEEL
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward
or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the
steering column. The tilt/telescoping lever is located on the
steering column, below the multifunction lever. To unlock the steering column, push the lever downward.
To tilt the steering column, move the steering wheel
upward or downward as desired. To lengthen or shorten
the steering column, pull the steering wheel outward or
push it inward as desired. To lock the steering column into
position, push the lever upward until fully engaged.
Tilt/Telescoping Lever
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WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while driving.
Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv-
ing 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.
Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped
The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps
warm your hands in cold weather. The heated steering
wheel has only one temperature setting. Once the heated
steering wheel has been turned on, it will stay on until the
operator turns it off. The heated steering wheel may not
turn on when it is already warm.
The heated steering wheel control button is located on the
center instrument panel below the touchscreen, and are
also located within the climate or controls screen of the
touchscreen.
•Press the heated steering wheel button
once to turn
the heating element on.
• Press the heated steering wheel buttona second time
to turn the heating element off.
NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated steering
wheel to operate.
Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start
On models that are equipped with remote start, the heated
steering wheel can be programmed to come on during a
remote start.
This feature can be programmed through the Uconnect
system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information.
WARNING!
• Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin
because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes,
spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus-
tion, or other physical conditions must exercise care
when using the steering wheel heater. It may cause
burns even at low temperatures, especially if used
for long periods.
• Do not place anything on the steering wheel that
insulates against heat, such as a blanket or steering
wheel covers of any type and material. This may
cause the steering wheel heater to overheat.
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DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED
The adjustable pedals system is designed to allow a greater
range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat
position. This feature allows the brake and accelerator
pedals to move toward or away from the driver to provide
improved position with the steering wheel.
The adjustable pedal switch is located on the instrument
panel, below the headlight switch.
•The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF. •
The pedals cannotbe adjusted when the vehicle is in
REVERSE or when the Speed Control System or Adap-
tive Cruise Control systems are on. The following mes-
sages will appear on vehicles equipped with an instru-
ment cluster display if the pedals are attempted to be
adjusted when the system is locked out: “Adjustable
Pedal Disabled — Cruise Control Engaged” or “Adjust-
able Pedal Disabled — Vehicle In Reverse”.
NOTE:
• Always adjust the pedals to a position that allows full
pedal travel.
• Further small adjustments may be necessary to find the
best possible seat/pedal position.
• For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat, you
can use your key fob or the memory switch on the
driver ’s door trim panel to return the adjustable pedals
to pre-programmed positions.
• Refer to “Driver Memory Seat” in “Getting To Know
Your Vehicle” for further information.
Adjustable Pedals Switch
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