2019 Ram 2500 seats

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Rear Heated Seats
On some models, the two outboard rear seats are equipped
with heated seats. The heated seat switches for these seats are
located on the rear of the center console.Rear Heated Seat Switches
There are two heated seat switches that allow the rear
passengers to operate the seats independently. You can
choose from HI, MED, LO, or OFF heat settings. Amber indi -
cator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in use.

• Push the heated seat button once to turn the HI setting on.
• Push the heated seat button a second time to turn the
MED setting on.
• Push the heated seat button a third time to turn the LO setting on.
• Push the heated seat button a fourth time to turn the heating elements off.
NOTE:
• The level of heat selected will stay on until the operator changes it.
• Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within two to five minutes.
• The engine must be running for the heated seats to operate.
Ventilated Seats — If Equipped
Front Ventilated Seats
Located in the seat cushion are small fans that draw the air
from the passenger compartment and move air through fine
perforations in the seat cover to help keep the driver and
front passenger cooler in higher ambient temperatures. The
fans operate at three speeds, HI, MED and LO.

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The front ventilated seats control buttons are located on the
center instrument panel below the touchscreen, and are also
located within the climate or controls screen of the touch-
screen.
• Press the ventilated seat button once to choose HI.
• Press the ventilated seat button a second time to choose MED.

• Press the ventilated seat button a third time to choose LO.

• Press the ventilated seat button a fourth time to turn the ventilation off.
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the ventilated seats to
operate.
Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start
On models that are equipped with remote start, the venti -
lated seats 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.HEAD RESTRAINTS
Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by
restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact.
Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the head
restraint is located above the top of your ear.
NOTE:
Do not reverse the head restraints (making the rear of the
head restraint face forward) in an attempt to gain additional
clearance to the back of your head.
WARNING!
• All occupants, including the driver, should not operate 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.
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NOTE:
The head restraints should only be removed by qualified
technicians, for service purposes only. If either of the head
restraints require removal, see an authorized dealer.
Rear Head Restraint Adjustment
The rear seats are equipped with adjustable and removable
head restraints. To raise the head restraint, pull upward on
the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the
adjustment button located on the base of the head restraint
and push downward on the head restraint.Release/Adjustment Buttons
NOTE:
• The rear center head restraint (Crew Cab) has only one adjustment position that is used to aid in the routing of a
tether. Refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in “Safety”
for further information.
• Do not reposition the head restraint 180 degrees to the incorrect position in an attempt to gain additional clear -
ance to the back of the head.
WARNING!
• All occupants, including the driver, should not operate 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.
1 — Release Button
2 — Adjustment Button
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Center Storage Compartment — If Equipped
The center storage compartment is located between the
driver and passenger seats. The storage compartment
provides an armrest and contains both an upper and lower
storage area.Center Storage Compartment Pull on the upper handle on the front of the armrest to raise
the cover. The upper storage area contains a USB power
outlet located at the rear of the area that can be used to power
small electrical devices, refer to “Electrical Power Outlets”
for further information.WARNING!
• This armrest is not a seat. Anyone seated on the armrest could be seriously injured during vehicle operation, or
a collision. Only use the center seating position when
the armrest is fully upright.
• In a collision, the latch may open if the total weight of the items stored exceeds about 10 lbs (4.5 kg). These
items could be thrown about endangering occupants of
the vehicle. Items stored should not exceed a total of 10
lbs (4.5 kg).
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Seatback Storage
Located in the back of both the driver and passenger front
seats are pockets that can be used for storage.Driver’s Side Seatback Storage Second Row In-Floor Storage Bin — If Equipped
In-floor storage bins are located in front of the second row
seats and can be used for extra storage. The storage bins have
removable liners that can be easily removed for cleaning.
To open the in-floor storage bin, lift upward on the handle of
the latch and open the lid.
In-Floor Storage Bin Latch
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Storage Bin (Regular Cab)
The storage bin is located behind the front seats and runs the
length of the cab.Storage Bin Fold Flat Load Floor — If Equipped
Crew Cab models with a 60/40 rear seat may be equipped
with a folding load floor.
WARNING!
Do not operate the vehicle with loose items stored on the
load floor. While driving or in an accident you may
experience abrupt stopping, rapid acceleration, or sharp
turns. Loose objects stored on the load floor may move
around with force and strike occupants, resulting in
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Below Rear Seat Storage (Crew Cab)
The Crew Cab models provide additional storage under the
rear seats. Lift the seats to access the storage compartment.
To open the storage compartments, unsnap the securing
snap located at either side of the load floor and lift upward
on the fold flat lid.Crew Cab Storage
NOTE:
For more information on storage and the fold flat floor, refer
to “Fold Flat Load Floor” in this section.Cupholders
Front Seat Cupholders
For vehicles equipped with a center console, two cupholders
are located in front of the console storage bin.
Front Cupholders
NOTE:
If the vehicle is equipped with a premium center console
with double (tandem) doors, push the front bin door to
access the cupholders.

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Vehicles Equipped With 40/20/40 Seats
The cupholders are located on the backside of the center
portion of the front seat (20). Fold down the center section of
the front seat to gain access to the cupholders.Front Cupholders With Bench Seat Rear Cupholders — If Equipped
Some vehicles are equipped with rear cupholders located in
the center armrest.
Rear Armrest Cupholder
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