2022 RAM 1500 key

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2022 RAM 1500
OWNER’S MANUAL
2022 RAM 1500
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INTRODUCTION
SYMBOLS KEY ........................................................ 11
VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS ........................... 11
CONSUMER INFORMATION — TRUCK-CAMPER
LOADING ................................................................. 11
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS ......... 13
SYMBOL GLOSSARY.............................................. 13
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS ....................................................................... 19 Key Fob .............................................................19
SENTRY KEY ........................................................... 22
IGNITION SWITCH ................................................. 23
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition .........................23
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED (GASOLINE) .... 24
How To Use Remote Start ................................25
To Exit Remote Start Mode ..............................25
Remote Start Front Defrost Activation —
If Equipped........................................................26
Remote Start Comfort Systems —
If Equipped........................................................26
Remote Start Windshield Wiper De–Icer
Activation — If Equipped ..................................26
Remote Start Abort Message ..........................26 REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED (DIESEL) .........27
How To Use Remote Start................................27
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .....27
To Arm The System ..........................................28
To Disarm The System .....................................28
Rearming Of The System .................................28
Security System Manual Override ...................28
DOORS ....................................................................28
Manual Door Locks ..........................................28
Power Door Locks — If Equipped ....................29
Power Side Steps — If Equipped .....................30
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Passive Entry............30
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit —
If Equipped........................................................32
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped ..............32
Child-Protection Door Lock System —
Rear Doors ........................................................32
STEERING WHEEL ..................................................33
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ...................33
Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped ............34
DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED .....34
Programming The Memory Feature ................35
Linking And Unlinking The Key Fob
To Memory ........................................................35
Memory Position Recall ...................................35 SEATS ...................................................................... 35
Manual Adjustment (Front Seats) —
If Equipped .......................................................36
Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats).................... 37
Power Adjustment (Front Seats) —
If Equipped .......................................................38
Heated Seats — If Equipped ........................... 39
Ventilated Seats — If Equipped .......................40
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers ........................ 41
Head Restraints ............................................... 41
UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION —
IF EQUIPPED ........................................................... 43
Introducing Voice Recognition ........................ 43
Basic Voice Commands ................................... 43
Get Started .......................................................43
Additional Information ..................................... 44
DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS —
IF EQUIPPED ........................................................... 44
MIRRORS ................................................................ 45
Inside Rearview Mirror..................................... 45
Illuminated Vanity Mirror ................................. 46
Outside Mirrors ................................................ 47
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirrors —
If Equipped .......................................................47
Power Mirrors ................................................... 48

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TAILGATE ................................................................ 86 Opening .............................................................86
Closing...............................................................86
Locking Tailgate................................................86
Multifunction Tailgate — If Equipped ..............87
Tailgate Removal .............................................88
Bed Step — If Equipped....................................90
PICKUP BOX .......................................................... 92
Bed Rail Tie-Down System — If Equipped ......93
RAMBOX — IF EQUIPPED ...................................... 94
Locking And Unlocking RamBox ......................94
RamBox Cargo Storage Bins............................94
RamBox Safety Warning ..................................96
Bed Divider — If Equipped................................97
TRI-FOLD TONNEAU COVER — IF EQUIPPED ...... 98
Tonneau Cover Components ...........................98
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Folding For
Driving Or Removal...........................................99
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation ............. 102
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning ................. 105
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —
GASOLINE .............................................................106
Base / Midline Instrument Cluster
Descriptions — Gasoline ............................... 107 PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —
GASOLINE............................................................. 108
Premium Instrument Cluster
Descriptions — Gasoline ............................... 109
BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —
DIESEL .................................................................. 110
Base / Midline Instrument Cluster
Descriptions — Diesel.................................... 111
PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —
DIESEL .................................................................. 113
Premium Instrument Cluster
Descriptions — Diesel ................................... 114
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY...................... 114
Instrument Cluster Display Location and
Controls.......................................................... 115Oil Life Reset ................................................. 116
Display Menu Items ...................................... 116
Head-Up Display (HUD) — If Equipped ........ 122
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Messages .... 124
Displays.......................................................... 125Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Warning
Messages....................................................... 125
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fault Warning
Messages....................................................... 126
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode
Message — Electrical Load Reduction
Actions — If Equipped.................................... 127 WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ................. 128
Red Warning Lights ....................................... 128
Yellow Warning Lights ................................... 131
Yellow Indicator Lights .................................. 134Green Indicator Lights .................................. 136White Indicator Lights ................................... 137
Blue Indicator Lights ..................................... 137
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ...... 138
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ................................................. 138
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS............................... 139
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ...................................... 140
Automatic Transmission ............................... 141
Tip Start Feature .......................................... 141Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Ignition .................. 141
Normal Starting Using ENGINE START/
STOP Button — Gasoline Engine .................. 141
AutoPark ........................................................ 142
If Engine Fails To Start ................................. 143
Normal Starting Using ENGINE START/
STOP Button — Diesel Engine....................... 144
Cold Weather Operation
(Below –22°F Or −30°C) ............................ 145
After Starting ................................................. 145
Starting Fluids — Diesel Engine Only ........... 145

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SYMBOLS KEY
If you do not read this entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss important
information. Observe all Cautions and Warnings.
VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS
The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not apply to body modifications or
special equipment installed by van conversion/camper manufacturers/body
builders. US residents refer to the Warranty Information, Section 2.1.C.
Canadian residents refer to the “What Is Not Covered” section of the Warranty
Information. Such equipment includes video monitors, DVD/Blu-Ray™,
heaters, stoves, refrigerators, etc. For warranty coverage and service on these
items, contact the applicable manufacturer.
CONSUMER INFORMATION — TRUCK-CAMPER LOADING
This information is provided in fulfillment of the requirement by the United
States Government, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration, that “every manufacturer of trucks that are capable of
accommodating slide-in campers, manufactured on or after April 1, 1973 shall
provide... at the time of original purchase to the first person who purchases the
truck”... information on Truck Camper Loading.
A slide-in camper document is provided in your vehicle’s glove compartment
that contains your Vehicle Identification Number, truck model, cargo weight
rating, and the forward/rearward limit of a camper. To obtain additional
dimensional and technical specifications for your vehicle, please visit
https://www.ramtrucks.com.
Figure 1 illustrates the dimensions describing the forward and rearward limits
of the zone in which the Center of Gravity (CG) of a slide-in camper must be
located, to provide satisfactory vehicle handling and to prevent overload of the
front and rear axles.
Figure 2 illustrates a proper match between truck and camper.
WARNING!
These statements are against operating
procedures that could result in a collision, bodily
injury and/or death.
CAUTION! These statements are against procedures that
could result in damage to your vehicle.
NOTE: A suggestion which will improve installation,
operation, and reliability. If not followed, may
result in damage.
TIP: General ideas/solutions/suggestions on easier
use of the product or functionality.
PAGE REFERENCE
ARROW Follow this reference for additional information on
a particular feature.
FOOTNOTE Supplementary and relevant information
pertaining to the topic.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS
KEY FOB
Your vehicle is equipped with a key fob which
supports Passive Entry, Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE), Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ (if equipped), remote
air suspension lowering (if equipped), and Remote
Start (if equipped). 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). The
key fob does not need to be pointed at the vehicle
to activate the system. The key fob also contains
an emergency key, which is stored in the rear of the
key fob.
NOTE:
The key fob’s wireless signal may be blocked if
the key fob is located next to a mobile phone,
laptop, or other electronic device. This may
result in poor performance.
If your vehicle is equipped with a Wireless
Charging Pad, the key fob may not be detected
if it is placed within 6 inches (15 cm) of the pad
Úpage 79.
With the ignition in the ON position and the
vehicle moving at 2 mph (4 km/h), all RKE
commands are disabled.

Key Fob

1 — LED Indicator Light
2 — Unlock
3 — Tailgate Lowering (If Equipped)
4 — Air Suspension Remote Lowering
(If Equipped)
5 — Lock
6 — Remote Start (If Equipped)
7 — PANIC
8 — Emergency Key
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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. A low key fob battery can be
verified by referring to the instrument cluster
display, which will display directions to follow.
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
Ú page 480.
To Lock/Unlock The Doors And Tailgate
Push and release the unlock button on the key fob
once to unlock the driver’s door, or, twice within
five seconds to unlock all doors, the tailgate and
the RamBox (if equipped). To lock all the doors and
the tailgate, push the lock button once.
When the doors are unlocked, the turn signals will
flash and the illuminated entry system will be
activated. When the doors are locked, the turn
signals will flash and the horn will chirp.
All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first
push of the unlock button. The horn chirp when the
lock button is pushed can be programmed on/off
within Uconnect Settings Ú page 234.
Key Left Vehicle Feature
If a valid key fob is no longer detected inside the
vehicle while the vehicle’s ignition system is in the
ON/RUN or START position, the message “Key Left
Vehicle” will be shown in the instrument cluster
display along with an interior chime. An exterior
audible and visual alert will also be activated to
warn the driver.
The vehicle’s horn will rapidly chirp three times
along with a single flash of the vehicle’s exterior
lights.
NOTE:
The doors have to be open and then closed in
order for the vehicle to check for the presence of
a key fob; the Key Left Vehicle feature will not
activate until all of the doors are closed.
These alerts will not be activated in situations
where the vehicle’s engine is left running with
the key fob inside.
Air Suspension (Remote Lowering Of The
Vehicle) — If Equipped
For easy entry and loading, your vehicle
can be lowered by pushing the key fob air
suspension lowering button two times.
When air suspension lowering is
requested using the key fob, the vehicle will send a
series of chirps and flashes to alert the customer
that the operation has begun and will continue
these alerts until it successfully lowers. The following conditions must be met for the
vehicle to lower remotely:
The vehicle must not already be in Entry/Exit
ride height.
The vehicle battery must be fully charged.
All doors must be closed.
The key fob must be out of the vehicle.
Gear selector must be in PARK.
NOTE:Ensure the vehicle is clear of all objects, pets, and
people prior to remote lowering.
Canceling Remote Lowering
Vehicle lowering can be canceled at anytime.
When vehicle lowering is canceled, the vehicle will
raise to the next defined level and lock out the
remote lowering feature for five seconds until a
new request is made.
To cancel vehicle lowering, push the key fob air
suspension lowering button one time during the
lowering process. When vehicle lowering is
canceled, the horn will chirp two times and the turn
signal lamps will flash four times. Once raising is
completed, the horn will chirp one time.
NOTE:More information on air suspension is provided
later in this manual, see Ú
page 165.

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Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob
The replacement battery model is one CR2450
battery.
NOTE:
Customers are recommended to use a battery
obtained from Mopar®. Aftermarket coin
battery dimensions may not meet the original
OEM coin battery dimensions.
Perchlorate Material — special handling may
apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard-
ouswaste/perchlorate for further information.
Do not touch the battery terminals that are on
the back housing or the printed circuit board.
Do not replace the coin battery if the LED on the
key fob above the top row buttons blinks when
a button is pressed. The coin battery should last
a minimum of three years with normal vehicle
usage.

1. Remove the emergency key (1) by pushing the emergency key release button (2) on the
side of the key fob, and pulling the emergency
key out with your other hand.
Emergency Key Removal

2. Hold the key fob with the button side facing down, and locate the small rectangular gap on
the left side between the housing and the back
cover of the key fob. Use a small screwdriver
(or similar tool) to pry open the left side of the
fob cover while applying pressure until the
cover snaps open.
3. Next, locate the gap on the right side of the key fob, which is positioned further to the edge
than the left side gap. Pry open the right side,
and remove the back cover. 4. Remove the battery by using your thumb to
slide the battery downward and back toward
the key ring.

Key Fob Battery Location
NOTE:When replacing the battery, ensure the (+) sign on
the battery is facing upward. Avoid touching the
new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause
battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean
it with rubbing alcohol.
1 — Emergency Key
2 — Emergency Key Release Button
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5. Replace the battery by using your thumb to push down and slide the battery under the
small lip on the top edge of the opening.

Key Fob Battery Replacement

6. To assemble the key fob case, line up the top edge of the back cover with the top of the fob,
and press the edges into the interlocking
hinges until all edges snap together with no
large visual gaps.
7. Reinsert the emergency key until it locks into place.
NOTE:The key fob battery should only be replaced by
qualified technicians. If the battery requires
replacement, see an authorized dealer.
Programming And Requesting Additional
Key Fobs
Programming the key fob may be performed by an
authorized dealer.
NOTE:
Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it
cannot be repurposed and reprogrammed to
another vehicle.
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. 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.
NOTE:
When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer system
serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an
authorized dealer.
Keys must be ordered to the correct key cut to
match the vehicle locks.
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents
unauthorized vehicle operation by disabling the
engine. The system does not need to be armed or
activated. Operation is automatic, regardless of
whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked.
WARNING!
The integrated key fob contains a coin cell
battery. Do not ingest the battery; there is a
chemical burn hazard. If the coin cell battery is
swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns
in just two hours and can lead to death.
If you think a battery may have been swal-
lowed or placed inside any part of the body,
seek immediate medical attention.
Keep new and used batteries away from
children. If the battery compartment does not
close securely, stop using the product and
keep it away from children.
WARNING!
Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle
and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle
unattended.
Always remember to place the Keyless
Enter ‘n Go Ignition™ in the OFF position.

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