2020 Ram 1500 Owner's Manual

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When the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE, the rear camera
view and top view is the default view of the system (Auto-
matic Activation).
When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera
delay turned on), the camera image will continue to be
displayed for up to 10 seconds after shifting out of REVERSE
unless the vehicle speed exceeds 8 mph (13 km/h), the
vehicle is shifted into PARK or the ignition is placed in the
OFF position. There is a touch screen button “X” to disable
the display of the camera image.
When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera
delay turned off), the surround view camera mode is exited
and the last known screen appears again.
While the “rear view” is displayed, and if enabled, active
guide lines are overlaid on the image to illustrate the width
of the vehicle, including the side view mirrors and its
projected backup path based on the steering wheel position.
Different colored zones indicate the distance to the rear of
the vehicle. The following table shows the approximate distances for
each zone:
Modes Of Operation
Standard Backup Camera view can be manually activated by
selecting “Backup Camera” through the Controls menu
within the Uconnect screen.
Refer to “Parkview Rear Back Up Camera — If Equipped” in
this chapter for more information on activation conditions.
Zone
Distance To The Rear Of The
Vehicle
Red 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm)
Yellow 1 ft - 6.5 ft (30 cm - 2 m)
Green 6.5 ft or greater
(2 m or greater)
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Top View
The Top view will show in the Uconnect System with Rear
View and Front View in a split view display. There is inte-
grated ParkSense arcs in the image at the front and rear of the
vehicle. The arcs will change color from yellow to red corre -
sponding the distance zones to the oncoming object.
ParkSense Camera View NOTE:
• Front tires will be in image when the tires are turned.
• Due to wide angle cameras in mirror, the image will
appear distorted.
• Top view will show which doors are open.
• Open front doors will remove outside image.
Rear View
This is the Default view of the system in REVERSE
and is always paired with the Top view of the vehicle
with optional active guide lines for the projected path
when enabled.
Rear Cross Path View
Pressing the Rear Cross Path soft key will give the
driver a wider angle view of the rear camera system.
The Top view will be disabled when this is selected.
Front View The Front view will show you what is immediately
in front of the vehicle and is always paired with the
Top view of the vehicle.
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Front Cross Path View Pressing the Front Cross Path soft key will give the
driver a wider angle view of the front camera system.
The Top view will be disabled when this is selected.
Rear View Camera Pressing the Backup Camera soft key will provide a
full screen rear view with Zoom View.
NOTE:
If the Backup Camera view was selected through the
Surround View Screen, exiting out of the Rear View Camera
screen will return to the Surround View Screen. If the Backup
Camera was manually activated through the Controls menu
of the Uconnect display, exiting out of the display screen will
return to the Controls menu.
Zoom View
When the Rear View Camera image is being displayed, and
the vehicle speed is below 8 mph (13 km/h) while in any
gear selector position, Zoom View is available. By pressing
the “magnifying glass” icon in the upper left of the display
screen, the image will zoom in to four times the standard
view. Pressing the icon a second time will return the view to
the standard Backup Camera display. When Zoom View is selected while the vehicle is in
REVERSE, then shifted to DRIVE, the camera delay view will
display the standard Backup Camera view. If the vehicle is
then returned to REVERSE gear from DRIVE, the Zoom
View selection will automatically resume.
Shifting to NEUTRAL from any gear will maintain the
selected view (Zoom or Standard) as long as the vehicle is
below 8 mph (13 km/h).
If the vehicle is in PARK, Zoom View is available until the
gear selector is placed in DRIVE or REVERSE and speeds are
at or above 8 mph (13 km/h).
NOTE:
• If the vehicle in is DRIVE, NEUTRAL, or REVERSE, and speed is greater than or equal to 8 mph (13 km/h), ZoomView is unavailable and the icon will appear grey.
• While in Zoom View, the guidelines will not be visible.
Deactivation
The system is deactivated in the following conditions if it
was activated automatically:
• When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera delay turned on), the camera image will continue to be
displayed for up to 10 seconds after shifting out of
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REVERSE unless the vehicle speed exceeds 8 mph (13 km/
h), the vehicle is shifted into PARK or the ignition is placed
in the OFF position. There is a touch screen button “X” to
disable the display of the camera image.
• When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera delay turned off), the surround view camera mode is
exited and the last known screen appears again.
The system is deactivated in the following conditions if it
was activated manually from the Uconnect controls menu
via Surround View button or Backup Camera button:
• The “X” button on the display is pressed
• Vehicle is shifted into PARK
• Ignition is placed in the OFF position
• Vehicle speed is over 8 mph (13 km/h) for 10 seconds
NOTE:
If the Surround View Camera is activated manually, and the
vehicle is shifted into REVERSE, deactivation methods for
automatic activation are assumed. The camera delay system is turned off manually through the
Uconnect settings menu. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in
“Multimedia” for further information.
NOTE:
• If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds up on
the camera lenses, clean the lenses, rinse with water, and
dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lenses.
• If a malfunction with the system has occurred, see an authorized dealer.
WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing up even when
using the Surround View Camera. Always check
carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to check for
pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, or
blind spots before backing up. You are responsible for
the safety of your surroundings and must continue to
pay attention while backing up. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury or death.
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REFUELING THE VEHICLE
The fuel filler is located behind the fuel filler door, on the left
side of the vehicle.
There is no fuel filler cap. Two flapper doors inside the pipe
seal the system.CAUTION!
• To avoid vehicle damage, Surround View should only be used as a parking aid. The Surround View camera is
unable to view every obstacle or object in your drive
path.
• To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be driven slowly when using Surround View to be able to stop in
time when an obstacle is seen. It is recommended that
the driver look frequently over his/her shoulder when
using Surround View.
WARNING!
• Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is being
filled.
• Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and federal fire regulations and
may cause the MIL to turn on.
• A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be
burned. Always place gas containers on the ground
while filling.
CAUTION!
To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off”
the fuel tank after filling.
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1. Put the vehicle in park and switch the ignition off.
2. Push the center-rear edge of the fuel filler door (3 o'clockposition) and release to open.
Fuel Filler Door
3. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe, the nozzle opens and holds both flapper doors while refueling. Fuel Filler
4. When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full.
5. Keep the nozzle in the filler for five seconds after nozzle clicks to allow fuel to drain from the nozzle.
6. Remove the fuel filler nozzle.
7. To close the fuel filler door, push the center-rear edge (3 o’clock position) of the fuel filler door and then release.
The fuel filler door will latch closed.
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NOTE:
In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel filler door
from opening. If this occurs, lightly push on the fuel filler
door around the perimeter to break the ice build up.
Emergency Gas Can Refueling
Most gas cans will not open the flapper doors.
A funnel is provided to open the flapper doors to allow
emergency refueling with a gas can.
1. Retrieve funnel from the jack and jack tool kit.
2. Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuelnozzle. 3. Ensure funnel is inserted fully to hold flapper doors open.
4. Pour fuel into funnel opening.
5. Remove funnel from filler pipe, clean off prior to putting
back in the jack and jack tool kit.
VEHICLE LOADING
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is the total
permissible weight of your vehicle including driver, passen -
gers, vehicle, options and cargo. The label also specifies
maximum capacities of front and rear axle systems Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Total load must be limited so
GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not exceeded.
Payload
The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load
weight a truck can carry, including the weight of the driver,
all passengers, options and cargo.
WARNING!
• Always place container on the ground before filling.
• Keep the pump nozzle in contact with the container when you are filling it.
• Use only approved containers for flammable liquid.
• Do not leave container unattended while filling.
• A static electric charge could cause a spark and fire hazard.
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Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on the front
and rear axles. The load must be distributed in the cargo area
so that the GAWR of each axle is not exceeded.
Each axle GAWR is determined by the components in the
system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, springs,
tires or wheels). Heavier axles or suspension components
sometimes specified by purchasers for increased durability
does not necessarily increase the vehicle's GVWR.
Tire Size
The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label represents the
actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires must be
equal to the load capacity of this tire size.
Rim Size
This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size listed.
Inflation Pressure
This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for all
loading conditions up to full Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR).
Curb Weight
The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight of
the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full
capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo loaded
into the vehicle. The front and rear curb weight values are
determined by weighing your vehicle on a commercial scale
before any occupants or cargo are added.
Loading
The actual total weight and the weight of the front and rear
of your vehicle at the ground can best be determined by
weighing it when it is loaded and ready for operation.
The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a commercial
scale to insure that the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
has not been exceeded. The weight on the front and rear of
the vehicle should then be determined separately to be sure
that the load is properly distributed over the front and rear
axle. Weighing the vehicle may show that the Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR) of either the front or rear axles has
been exceeded but the total load is within the specified
GVWR. If so, weight must be shifted from front to rear or
rear to front as appropriate until the specified weight limita-
tions are met. Store the heavier items down low and be sure
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