2019 Ram 2500 ignition

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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, thedriver’s seat will move about 2.4 inches (60 mm) rearward
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 previ -
ously set position when you place the ignition to the ACC
or RUN position. • The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled when the
driver’s seat position is less than 0.9 inches (22.7 mm)
forward of the rear stop. At this position, there is no benefit
to the driver by moving the seat for Easy Exit or Easy
Entry.
Each stored memory setting will have an associated Easy
Entry and Easy Exit position.
NOTE:
The Easy Entry/Exit feature is not enabled when the vehicle
is delivered from the factory. The Easy Entry/Exit feature is
enabled (or later disabled) through the programmable
features in the Uconnect system. Refer to “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information.

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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 posi-
tion. 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 to the left side of the
steering column.
Adjustable Pedals Switch • The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF.
• The pedals
cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in
REVERSE or when the Speed Control System is on. The
following messages will appear on vehicles equipped with
an instrument 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.

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Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped
The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when the
engine is started and the transmission is in any gear except
PARK. This provides a constant "lights on" condition until
the ignition is turned OFF. The lights illuminate at less than
half of normal intensity. If the parking brake is applied, the
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) will turn off. Also, if a turn
signal is activated, the DRL lamp on the same side of the
vehicle may turn off for the duration of the turn signal acti-
vation. Once the turn signal is no longer active, the DRL
lamp will illuminate.
NOTE:
If allowed by law in the country in which the vehicle was
purchased, the Daytime Running Lights can be turned on
and off using the Uconnect System, refer to “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information.
High/Low Beam Switch
Push the multifunction lever toward the instrument panel to
switch the headlights to high beam. Pulling the multifunc -
tion lever back toward the steering wheel will turn the low
beams back on, or shut the high beams off.
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control — If
Equipped
The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control system
provides increased forward lighting at night by automating
high beam control through the use of a digital camera
mounted on the inside rearview mirror. This camera detects
vehicle specific light and automatically switches from high
beams to low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of
view.
NOTE:
• The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control can be turned on or off by selecting “ON” under “Auto Dim High
Beams” within your Uconnect settings, as well as turning
the headlight switch to the AUTO position. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further informa -
tion.
• Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights and taillights of vehicles in the field of view will cause headlights to remain
on longer (closer to the vehicle). Also, dirt, film, and other
obstructions on the windshield or camera lens will cause
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If the windshield or Automatic High Beam Headlamp
Control mirror is replaced, the mirror must be re-aimed to
ensure proper performance. See a local authorized dealer.
To Activate
1. The Automatic High Beams are enabled through theUconnect system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi -
media” for further information.
2. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO headlight posi -
tion.
3. Push the multifunction lever away from you (toward front of vehicle) to engage the high beam mode.
NOTE:
The Automatic High Beams will not activate until the vehicle
is at or above 12 mph (20 km/h).
To Deactivate
1. Pull the multifunction lever toward you (or rearward in vehicle) to manually deactivate the system (normal oper -
ation of low beams).
2. Push back on the multifunction lever to reactivate the system. The Automatic High Beams can also be deactivated through
the Uconnect system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi
-
media” for further information.
Flash-To-Pass
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This will
cause the high beam headlights to turn on, and remain on,
until the lever is released.
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped
This system automatically turns your headlights on or off
based on ambient light levels. To turn the system on, turn the
headlight switch to the extreme clockwise position aligning
the indicator with the AUTO on the headlight switch. When
the system is on, the Headlight Time Delay feature is also on.
This means your headlights will stay on for up to 90 seconds
after you turn the ignition switch OFF. To turn the Auto -
matic System off, turn the headlight switch counterclockwise
to the O (off) position.
NOTE:
The engine must be running before the headlights will come
on in the Automatic mode.
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Parking Lights And Panel Lights
To turn on the parking lights and instrument panel lights,
from the O (off) position, rotate the headlight switch clock-
wise to the first detent. To turn off the parking lights, rotate
the headlight switch back to the O (off) position.
Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic
Headlights Only)
When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on
approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on if
the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position. In addi -
tion, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned
off, if they were turned on by this feature.
NOTE:
This feature can be programmed through the Uconnect
system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information.
Headlight Delay
To aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with a headlight
delay that will leave the headlights on for approximately up
to 90 seconds. This delay is initiated when the ignition is
turned off while the headlight switch is on, and then the
headlight switch is cycled off. Headlight delay can be
canceled by either turning the headlight switch on then off,
or by turning the ignition to the ON/RUN position.
NOTE:
This feature can be programmed through the Uconnect
system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information.
Lights-On Reminder
If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left on
after the ignition is turned OFF, a chime will sound when the
driver’s door is opened.

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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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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.