2019 Ram 2500 Owner's Manual

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Front Fog Lights — If Equipped
To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking lights or
low beam headlights and push in the center of the headlight
switch control knob. Pushing the headlight switch control
knob a second time will turn the front fog lights off.Front Fog Light Switch
Turn Signals
Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows on
each side of the instrument cluster display will 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 — If Equipped
Tap the multifunction lever up or down once, without
moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left)
will flash three times then automatically turn off.
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Cargo Light With Bed Lights — If Equipped
The cargo light and bed lights (if equipped) and trailer
spotter lamps (if equipped) are turned on by pushing the
cargo lights button located on the lower half of the headlight
switch.Cargo/Bed Lights Button On Headlight Switch
If the vehicle’s speed is 0 mph (0 km/h), these lights can also
be turned on using the switch located just inside the pickup
box, on the lower part of the bed light lens. A telltale will illu-
minate in the instrument cluster display when these lights
are on. Pushing the switch a second time will turn the lights
off. Bed Light Switch In Truck Bed
The cargo light and bed lights (if equipped) will turn on for
approximately 30 seconds when a key fob unlock button is
pushed, as part of the Illuminated Entry feature.
NOTE:
For vehicles shipped to or sold in the states of California or
Mississippi, the Cargo, Bed, and Mirror Spotter lights will
not work while the vehicle is in motion. In every other state,
the Cargo and Mirror Spotter lights will turn off when the
vehicle is in motion, but the Bed Light will remain on. In all
states, including California and Mississippi, if a bed camera
is deactivated, the Bed Lights will turn back on.

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Battery Saver
To protect the life of your vehicle’s battery, load shedding is
provided for both the interior and exterior lights.
If the ignition is OFF, the interior lights will automatically
turn off when:
• Any door is left ajar for 10 minutes.
• The Dome Defeat button is pushed.
• The Cargo, Bed, and Spotter lights are manually activatedby either the headlight switch or the truck bed switch.
NOTE:
Battery saver mode is canceled if the ignition is ON.
If the headlights remain on while the ignition is cycled OFF,
the exterior lights will automatically turn off after eight
minutes. If the headlights are turned on and left on for eight
minutes while the ignition is OFF, the exterior lights will
automatically turn off.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
Courtesy Lights
The Courtesy, Dome, Cargo, and Bed Lights are turned on
when any door is opened or the Dome On button is pushed
on the overhead console. Also, if your vehicle is equipped
with Remote Keyless Entry, and the unlock button is pushed
on the key fob, the Courtesy, Dome, Cargo, and Bed Lights
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Courtesy/Reading Lights
The overhead console lights can also be operated individu-
ally as reading lights by pushing the corresponding buttons.Front Courtesy/Reading Lights NOTE:
On vehicles equipped with an LED overhead console, if both
the Dome On and Dome Defeat buttons are pushed, the Illu-
minated Entry with door ajar feature will be disabled, but the
Dome Lights inside the vehicle will turn on.
Two types of Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights are available for
your vehicle:
• Push button on/off
• Push lens on/off
Push Lens On/Off Rear Courtesy Light
1 — Dome Defeat Button
2 — Driver’s Reading Light On/Off Button
3 — Passenger’s Reading Light On/Off Button
4 — Dome On Button

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NOTE:
The Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights will remain on until the
switch is pushed a second time, so be sure they have been
turned off before exiting the vehicle. If the interior lights are
left on after the ignition is turned off, they will automatically
turn off after 10 minutes.
Dimmer Control
The dimmer controls are part of the headlight switch and are
located on the left side of the instrument panel.Dimmer Controls With the parking lights or headlights on, rotating the right
dimmer control upward will increase the brightness of the
instrument panel lights. Rotating the left dimmer control will
adjust the interior and ambient light levels.
NOTE:
• The dimming of the touchscreen is programmable through
the Uconnect system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in
“Multimedia” for further details.
• The ambient lights are only active when the headlights or parking lights are on.
1 — Ambient Light Control
2 — Instrument Panel Dimmer Control
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Illuminated Entry
The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the key fob to
unlock the doors or open any door.
This feature also turns on the puddle lamps located beneath
the outside mirrors (if equipped).
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.
The front courtesy overhead console and door courtesy
lights will not turn off if the Dome On button on the over-
head console is pushed.
The illuminated entry system will not operate if the Dome
Defeat button on the overhead console is pushed.
NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with Illuminated Approach lights
under the outside mirrors, they can also be turned off by
pushing the Dome Defeat button.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
Windshield Wipers
The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the
multifunction lever. Turn the end of the lever to select the
desired wiper speed.
Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch
Rotate the end of the lever upward, to the first detent past the
intermittent settings for low-speed wiper operation. Rotate
the end of the lever upward to the second detent past the
intermittent settings for high-speed wiper operation.

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Intermittent Wiper System
The intermittent feature of this system was designed for use
when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a
variable pause between cycles, desirable. For maximum
delay between cycles, rotate the control knob upward to the
first detent.
The delay interval decreases as you rotate the knob until it
enters the low continual speed position. The delay can be
regulated from a maximum of about 18 seconds between
cycles, to a cycle every one second. The delay intervals will
double in duration when the vehicle speed is 10 mph
(16 km/h) or less.
Windshield Washers
To use the windshield washer, push the washer knob,
located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to the
second detent. Washer fluid will be sprayed and the wiper
will operate for two to three cycles after the washer knob is
released from this position.If the washer knob is depressed while in the delay range, the
wiper will operate for several seconds after the washer knob
is released. It will then resume the intermittent interval
previously selected. If the washer knob is pushed while in
the off position, the wiper will turn on and cycle approxi
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mately three times after the wash knob is released.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system in
cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This rating
information can be found on most washer fluid containers.
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could
lead to a collision. You might not see other vehicles or
other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield
during freezing weather, warm the windshield with the
defroster before and during windshield washer use.
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Mist Feature
When a single wipe to clear off road mist or spray from a
passing vehicle is needed, push the washer knob, located on
the end of the multifunction lever, inward to the first detent
and release. The wipers will cycle one time and automati-
cally shut off.
NOTE:
The mist feature does not activate the washer pump; there -
fore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield. The
wash function must be used in order to spray the windshield
with washer fluid.
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped
This feature senses moisture on the windshield and automat -
ically activates the wipers for the driver. The feature is espe -
cially useful for road splash or overspray from the
windshield washers of the vehicle ahead. Rotate the end of
the multifunction lever to one of five settings to activate this
feature.
NOTE:
This feature can be programmed through the Uconnect
system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information. The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with the multi
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function lever. Wiper delay position 1 is the least sensitive,
and wiper delay position 5 is the most sensitive. Position 3
should be used for normal rain conditions. Positions 1 and 2
can be used if the driver desires less wiper sensitivity. Posi -
tions 4 and 5 can be used if the driver desires more sensi -
tivity. Place the wiper switch in the O (off) position when not
using the system.
NOTE:
• The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the wiper switch is in the low or high-speed position.
• The Rain Sensing feature may not function properly when ice, or dried salt water is present on the windshield.
• Use of Rain-X or products containing wax or silicone may reduce Rain Sensing performance.
The Rain Sensing system has protection features for the
wiper blades and arms, and will not operate under the
following conditions:
• Low Ambient Temperature — When the ignition is first
turned ON, the Rain Sensing system will not operate until
the wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed is greater than
0 mph (0 km/h), or the outside temperature is greater than
32°F (0°C).