2019 Ram 1500 tailgate

REAR VIEW
Rear View
1 — Rear Lights2 — Tailgate
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▫To Close The Hood......................107
 TAILGATE ............................ .108
▫ Opening ............................ .108
▫ Closing ............................. .108
 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED . . . .109
▫ Before You Begin Programming HomeLink .....110
▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming .......112
▫ Using HomeLink .......................114
▫ Security ..............................114
▫ Troubleshooting Tips ....................114
▫ General Information .....................114
 INTERNAL EQUIPMENT ..................115
▫ Storage ..............................115
▫ Cupholders ......................... .125
▫ Electrical Power Outlets ..................127 ▫
Power Inverter — If Equipped .............130
▫ Wireless Charging Pad — If Equipped .......133
▫ Overhead Sunglass Storage ...............134
 PICKUP BOX .......................... .134
 RAMBOX — IF EQUIPPED .................135
▫ RamBox Integrated Box Side Storage Bins ......136
▫ RamBox Safety Warning ..................138
▫ Bed Extender — If Equipped ...............139
▫ Bed Rail Tie-Down System ................145
 SLIDE-IN CAMPERS .....................147
▫ Camper Applications ....................147
 EASY-OFF TAILGATE ....................147
▫ Disconnecting The Rear Camera And Remote
Keyless Entry ......................... .148
▫ Removing

The Tailgate ...................149
▫ Locking Tailgate ....................... .150
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KEYS
Key Fob
Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. The ignition
system consists of a key fob with Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) and a START/STOP push button ignition system.
The Remote Keyless Entry system consists of a key fob and
Keyless Enter-N-Go feature.
NOTE:The key fob may not be found if it is located next to
a mobile phone, laptop or other electronic device; these
devices may block the key fob’s wireless signal.
The key fob allows you to lock or unlock all doors, tailgate,
and the RamBox (if equipped) as well as activate the Panic
Alarm from distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m)
using a handheld key fob. The key fob does not need to be
pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.
NOTE:
• In the ON/RUN position, all key fob buttons will work
until the vehicle reaches 3 mph (5 km/h).
• The key fob should not be placed next to the wireless
charging pad (if equipped). In case the ignition switch does not change with the push
of a button, the key fob may have a low or fully depleted
battery. In this instance, the instrument cluster will display
directions to follow.
Key Fob
1 — Emergency Key
2 — PANIC
3 — Lock
4 — Unlock
5 — LED Light
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NOTE:A low key fob battery condition may be indicated
by a message in the instrument cluster display, or by the
LED light on the key fob. If the LED key fob light no longer
illuminates from key fob button pushes, then the key fob
battery requires replacement.
In a situation where the battery is low or fully depleted, a
back up method can be used to operate the ignition switch.
Put the nose side of the key fob (side opposite of the
Emergency Key) against the ENGINE START/STOP button
and push to operate the ignition switch.
To Unlock The Doors And Tailgate
Push and release the unlock button on the key fob once to
unlock the driver ’s door. Push the unlock button twice
within five seconds to unlock all doors, the tailgate and the
RamBox (if equipped). The turn signal lights will flash to
acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry
system will also turn on.
NOTE: The instrument cluster display or Uconnect Set-
tings are setup for driver door first, otherwise this will
unlock all doors.
To Lock The Doors And Tailgate
Push and release the lock button on the key fob to lock all
doors, the tailgate, and the RamBox (if equipped). The turn
signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowl-
edge 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.
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.
Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know
Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
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.
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Replacement Keys
NOTE:Only key fobs that are programmed to the vehicle
electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be
programmed to any other vehicle.
CAUTION!
• Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Ignition, always remember to place the ignition in
the OFF position.
NOTE: Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an
authorized dealer. This procedure consists of programming
a blank key fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank key fob
is one that has never been programmed.
When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced,
bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized 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.
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM
The vehicle security alarm monitors the vehicle doors,
tailgate, and ignition for unauthorized operation. When the
vehicle security alarm is activated, interior switches for
door locks are disabled. The system will turn the horn off
after 29 seconds, 5 seconds between cycles, up to 8 cycles if
the trigger remains active and then the vehicle security
alarm will rearm itself.
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TAILGATE
Opening
The power tailgate may be opened by pushing the tailgate
release pad located on the tailgate door.
The tailgate damper strut will lower the tailgate to the open
position (if equipped).
Electronic Tailgate Release — If Equipped
The key fob may be equipped with an electronic
release feature for the tailgate, allowing hands-
free tailgate opening. To activate, push and re-
lease the Tailgate Release button on the key fob
twice within five seconds. The tailgate door will unlatch,
and slowly lower into the open position. If equipped, a button on the center overhead console inside
the vehicle can be used to release the tailgate. An indicator
light may also signal when the tailgate is open (if
equipped).
NOTE:
The Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover (if equipped) may
prevent Electronic Tailgate Release if installed. The Ton-
neau Cover must be removed or folded up before releasing
the tailgate. Refer to “Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover — If
Equipped” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” for further
information.Closing
To close the tailgate, push it upward until both sides are
latched.
NOTE: Pull back on the tailgate firmly after closing to
ensure it is securely latched.
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Locking And Unlocking RamBox
Push and release the lock or unlock button on the key fob
to lock and unlock all doors, the tailgate and the RamBox
(if equipped). Refer to “Keys” in “Getting To Know Your
Vehicle” for further details. The RamBox storage bins can
also be locked using the emergency key. To lock and unlock
the storage bin, insert the emergency key into the keyhole
and turn clockwise to lock or counterclockwise to unlock.
Always return the key to the upright (vertical) position
before removing it from the keyhole.
CAUTION!
•Ensure cargo bin lids are closed and latched before
moving or driving vehicle.
• Loads applied to the top of the bin lid should be
minimized to prevent damage to the lid and latching/
hinging mechanisms.
• Damage to the RamBox bin may occur due to heavy/
sharp objects placed in bin that shift due to vehicle
motion. In order to minimize potential for damage,
secure all cargo to prevent movement and protect
inside surfaces of bin from heavy/sharp objects with
appropriate padding.
RamBox Safety Warning
Carefully follow these warnings to help prevent personal
injury or damage to your vehicle:
WARNING!
• Always close the storage bin covers when your
vehicle is unattended.
• Do not allow children to have access to the storage
bins. Once in the storage bin, young children may
not be able to escape. If trapped in the storage bin,
children can die from suffocation or heat stroke.
• In an accident, serious injury could result if the
storage bin covers are not properly latched.
• Do not drive the vehicle with the storage bin covers
open.
• Keep the storage bin covers closed and latched while
the vehicle is in motion.
• Do not use a storage bin latch as a tie down.
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Extender Position
The extender position allows you to load the bed of the
truck beyond the tail gate. The bed extender will add an
additional 15 inches (38 cm) in the back of the truck when
additional cargo room is needed. The extender position
utilizes a locating pin and rotating handle located on both
sides of the truck bed near the tailgate.To install the bed extender into the extender position,
perform the following:
1. Lower the tailgate.
2. Make sure the center handle is unlocked and rotate the
center handle vertically in order to release the extender
side gates.
3. Fit the end of the side gate ends onto the pin and handle.
Extender Position
Extender Installation
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