2022 RAM CHASSIS CAB hood release

20GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED
(GASOLINE)
This system uses the key fob to start the
engine conveniently from outside the
vehicle while still maintaining security.
The system has a range of approximately
300 ft (91 m).
Remote Start is used to defrost windows in cold
weather, and to reach a comfortable climate in all
ambient conditions before the driver enters the
vehicle.
NOTE:Obstructions between the vehicle and the key fob
may reduce this range Ú page 412.
HOW TO USE REMOTE START
Push and release the Remote Start button on the
key fob twice within five seconds. The parking
lights will flash, vehicle doors will lock, and the
horn will chirp twice (if programmed). Once the
vehicle has started, the engine will run for
15 minutes.
Pushing the Remote Start button a third time shuts
the engine off.
To drive the vehicle, push the unlock button, and
place the ignition in the ON/RUN position.
NOTE:
With Remote Start, the engine will only run for
15 minutes.
Remote Start can only be used twice.
If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low,
the vehicle will start and then shut down in
10 seconds.
The parking lights will turn on and remain on
during Remote Start mode.
For security, power window operation is
disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start
mode.
The ignition must be placed in the ON/RUN posi -
tion before the Remote Start sequence can be
repeated for a third cycle.
If your power door locks were unlocked, Remote
Start will automatically lock the doors.
All of the following conditions must be met before
the engine will remote start:
Gear selector in PARK
Doors closed
Hood closed
Hazard switch off
Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed)
Battery at an acceptable charge level
PANIC button not pushed
Fuel meets minimum requirement
System not disabled from previous Remote
Start event
Vehicle Security system not active
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is not illumi -
nated
WARNING!
Do not start or run an engine in a closed
garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains
Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and
colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and
can cause serious injury or death when
inhaled.
Keep key fobs away from children. Operation
of the Remote Start system, windows, door
locks or other controls could cause serious
injury or death.

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22GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
REMOTE START ABORT MESSAGE
The following messages will display in the
instrument cluster display if the vehicle fails to
remote start or exits Remote Start prematurely:
Remote Start Cancelled — Door Open
Remote Start Cancelled — Hood Open
Remote Start Cancelled — Fuel Low
Remote Start Cancelled — System Fault
Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle to Reset
The instrument cluster display message stays
active until the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN
position.
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED (DIESEL)
This system uses the key fob to start the
engine conveniently from outside the
vehicle while still maintaining security.
The system has a range of approximately
300 ft (91 m).
Remote Start is used to defrost windows in cold
weather, and to reach a comfortable climate in all
ambient conditions before the driver enters the
vehicle.
NOTE:
Obstructions between the vehicle and the key
fob may reduce this range.
The Remote Start system will wait for the Wait
To Start Light Úpage 101 to extinguish before
cranking the engine. This allows time for the
intake heater to preheat the incoming air, and is
normal operation in cold weather Ú page 412.
HOW TO USE REMOTE START
Push and release the Remote Start button on the
key fob twice within five seconds. The vehicle
doors will lock, the parking lights will flash, and the
horn will chirp twice (if programmed). Then, the
engine will start, and the vehicle will remain in the
Remote Start mode for a 15 minute cycle.
Pushing the Remote Start button a third time shuts
the engine off.
To drive the vehicle, push the unlock button, and
place the ignition in the ON/RUN position.
All of the following conditions must be met before
the engine will remote start:
Gear selector in PARK
Doors closed
Hood closed
Hazard switch off
Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed)
Battery at an acceptable charge level
PANIC button not pushed
Fuel meets minimum requirement
Water In Fuel Indicator Light is not illuminated
Wait To Start Light is not illuminated
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is not illumi -
nated
For additional functions of the Remote Start
system, see Ú page 21
WARNING!
Do not start or run an engine in a closed
garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains
Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and
colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and
can cause serious injury or death when
inhaled.
Keep key fobs away from children. Operation
of the Remote Start system, windows, door
locks or other controls could cause serious
injury or death.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE73
HOOD
TO OPEN THE HOOD
To open the hood, two latches must be released.

1. Pull the hood release lever located below the
steering wheel at the base of the instrument
panel.

Hood Release
2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of
the hood and push the safety latch lever to the
left to release it, before raising the hood.

Safety Latch Location

TO CLOSE THE HOOD
Hoods equipped with gas props are closed from
the point where the props no longer hold the hood
open.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving
your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it
could open when the vehicle is in motion and
block your vision. Failure to follow this warning
could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the
hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at
the front center of the hood to ensure that both
latches engage.
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110STARTING AND OPERATING
3. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time to change the ignition to the RUN
position.
4. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time to return the ignition to the OFF position.
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Starting Procedure —
Engine Manifold Air Temperature 0°F To
66°F (–18°C to 19°C)
NOTE:The temperature displayed in the instrument
cluster does not necessarily reflect the engine
manifold air temperature Ú page 81. When
engine temperatures fall below 66°F (19°C) the
“Wait To Start” telltale will remain on indicating the
intake air heater system is active.
Follow the steps in the “Normal Starting”
procedure except:

1. Pushing the engine start button with the driver’s foot on the brake will move the
ignition from OFF or ACC to RUN, and will
illuminate the "Wait to Start" telltale. The
engine will not immediately crank, this is
normal operation.

2. The “Wait to Start" telltale will remain on for a period of time that varies depending on the
engine temperature. 3. While the "Wait to Start" telltale is on, the
instrument cluster will additionally display a
gauge or bar whose initial length represents
the full "Wait to Start" time period. Its length
will decrease until it disappears when the
"Wait to Start" time has elapsed.
4. After the engine “Wait to Start” telltale goes off, the engine will automatically crank.
5. After engine start-up, check to see that there is oil pressure.
6. Release the parking brake and drive.
NOTE:
Engine idle speed will automatically increase to
1,000 RPM and engage the Variable Geometry
Turbocharger at low coolant temperatures to
improve engine warm-up.
The engine will not automatically crank after the
engine "Wait to Start" telltale goes off if a door
or the hood is ajar.
If the engine stalls, or if the ignition switch is left
ON for more than two minutes after the “Wait to
Start” telltale goes out, reset the intake air
heater by turning the ignition switch to the OFF
position for at least 5 seconds and then back
ON. Repeat steps 1 through 6 of “Keyless
Enter ‘n Go™ Starting Procedure – Engine Mani -
fold Air Temperature 0°F To 66°F (–18°C to
19°C).”
EXTREME COLD WEATHER
The Cummins® Turbo Diesel engine is equipped
with several features designed to assist cold
weather starting and operation:
The engine block heater is a resistance heater
installed in the water jacket of the engine just
above and behind the oil filter. It requires a
110–115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a
grounded, three-wire extension cord.
CAUTION!
If the Water in Fuel Indicator Light remains on,
DO NOT START the engine before you drain the
water from the fuel filters to avoid engine
damage Ú page 347.
CAUTION!
Do not crank engine for more than 25 seconds
at a time or starter motor damage may result.
Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and
wait at least two minutes for the starter to cool
before repeating start procedure.

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322IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce
the potential for overheating by taking the
appropriate action.
On the highways — slow down.
In city traffic — while stopped, place the trans -
mission in NEUTRAL, but do not increase the
engine idle speed while preventing vehicle
motion with the brakes.
NOTE:There are steps that you can take to slow down an
impending overheat condition:
If your Air Conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The
A/C system adds heat to the engine cooling
system and turning the A/C off can help remove
this heat.
You can also turn the temperature control to
maximum heat, the mode control to floor and
the blower control to high. This allows the heater
core to act as a supplement to the radiator and
aids in removing heat from the engine cooling
system.
GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE
6–SPEED TRANSMISSION
In order to move the vehicle in cases where the
transmission will not shift out of PARK (P) (such as
a depleted battery), a Manual Park Release is
available.

1. Turn the engine OFF.

2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
3. Tilt the steering wheel to the full up position.
4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
5. Insert a screwdriver or similar tool into the access port (ringed circle) on the bottom of the
steering column, and push and hold the
override release lever up.

Gear Selector Override Access Port Location

WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
If you see or hear steam coming from under the
hood, do not open the hood until the radiator
has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling
system pressure cap when the radiator or cool -
ant bottle is hot.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads
HOT (H), pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the
vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until
the pointer drops back into the normal range. If
the pointer remains on HOT (H), and you hear
continuous chimes, turn the engine off immedi -
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE351
the EPA Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Emissions
Standards. These systems are seamlessly
integrated into your vehicle and managed by the
Cummins® Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The
PCM manages engine combustion to allow the
exhaust system’s catalyst to trap and burn
Particulate Matter (PM) pollutants, with no input or
interaction on your part.
If the engine is allowed to idle or the truck is driven
on low engine speed drive cycles for more than two
hours, the system will automatically enter an
emissions operating mode that will increase the
engine idle speed to 1,050 RPM. While in this
mode, which is designed to help maintain the
Diesel Particulate Filter, the engine idle speed will
return to normal when the brake pedal is applied.
A small change in engine tone or a slight change in
engine performance while accelerating may also
be noticeable at speeds below 20 mph (32 km/h).
This operating mode may last for up to an hour of
idle time, or around 20 minutes of driving time.
Additionally, your vehicle has the ability to alert you
to additional maintenance required on your truck
or engine Ú page 81.
DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID (DEF)
DEF sometimes known simply by the name of its
active component, UREA—is a key component of
Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) systems, which
help diesel vehicles meet stringent emission
regulations. DEF is a liquid reducing agent that
reacts with engine exhaust in the presence of a
catalyst to convert smog-forming nitrogen oxides
(NOx) into harmless nitrogen and water vapor
Úpage 404.
You can receive assistance in locating DEF by
contacting an authorized dealer.
BODY LUBRICATION
Locks and all body pivot points, including such
items as seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and
rollers, liftgate, tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and
hood hinges, should be lubricated periodically with
a lithium-based grease, such as Mopar® Spray
White Lube to ensure quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the
application of any lubricant, the parts concerned
should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit;
after lubricating excess, oil and grease should be
removed. Particular attention should also be given
to hood latching components to ensure proper
function. When performing other underhood
services, the hood latch, release mechanism and
safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated
twice a year, preferably in the Autumn and Spring.
Apply a small amount of a high quality lubricant,
such as Mopar® Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly
into the lock cylinder.
WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth
and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove
accumulations of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long
periods may cause deterioration of the wiper
blades. Always use washer fluid when using the
wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice
from the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of
contact with petroleum products such as engine
oil, gasoline, etc.
WARNING!
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park
over materials that can burn. Such materials
might be grass or leaves coming into contact
with your exhaust system. Do not park or oper
-
ate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust sys -
tem can contact anything that can burn.
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Family Alerts
.................................................. 246Filters Air Cleaner................................................. 342Air Conditioning.................................. 61, 345Engine Fuel..................................... 347, 404Engine Oil........................................ 342, 404Engine Oil Disposal................................... 342FlashersTurn Signals..............................50, 102, 309Flash-To-Pass.................................................. 48Flat Tire Stowage........................................... 318Fluid Capacities............................................. 403Fluid Leaks.................................................... 309Fluid Level ChecksBrake........................................................ 358Power Steering.......................................... 140Fog Lights............................................... 50, 374Fold Flat Load Floor......................................... 65Fold-Flat Seats................................................. 31Forward Collision Warning............................. 266Four Wheel Drive........................................... 132Four-Way Hazard Flasher............................... 311Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................................. 324Front Axle (Differential).................................. 360Fuel............................................ 169, 399, 401Adding....................................................... 169Additives................................................... 399Clean Air.................................................... 399Diesel.............................................. 169, 401
Ethanol..................................................... 399Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................................. 169Filter................................................ 347, 404Gasoline................................................... 399Light............................................................ 99Materials Added....................................... 399Methanol.................................................. 399Octane Rating........................................... 399Requirements.................................. 399, 401Specifications........................................... 401Tank Capacity........................................... 403Fuses............................................................ 364
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Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®).................. 43Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap).............................. 169Gasoline, Clean Air........................................ 399Gasoline, Reformulated................................ 399GaugesVoltage..................................................... 113Gear Ranges................................................. 127Gear Selector Override................................. 322Glass Cleaning.............................................. 396Gross Axle Weight Rating.............................. 174Gross Vehicle Weight Rating......................... 173GuideBody Builders.............................................. 10GVWR............................................................ 172
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HazardDriving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
....................... 189Hazard Warning Flashers.............................. 311Head Restraints...............................................35Head Rests......................................................35Headlights..................................................... 373Automatic High Beam..................................48Cleaning.................................................... 394High Beam...................................................48Lights On Reminder.....................................49Passing........................................................48Switch..........................................................47Heated Mirrors.................................................42Heated Seats...................................................34Hill Descent Control...................................... 263Hill Descent Control Indicator....................... 263Hill Start Assist.............................................. 264HitchesTrailer Towing........................................... 176HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener)..................43Hood Prop........................................................73Hood Release...................................................73Hub Caps...................................................... 318

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Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
....................... 364Door Locks.................................................. 24Mirrors......................................................... 40Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)......... 68, 69Seats........................................................... 32Sliding Rear Window................................... 72Steering.............................................. 40, 140Take-Off Adapter....................................... 140Take-Off Operation.................................... 140Windows...................................................... 71Power SeatsDown........................................................... 32Forward....................................................... 32Rearward..................................................... 32Recline........................................................ 32Tilt............................................................... 32Up................................................................ 32Power Steering Fluid...................................... 407Pregnant Women And Seat Belts...................282Preparation For Jacking................................. 315Presets.......................................................... 219Profile Settings.............................................. 192Programmable Features................................ 191PTO (Power Take-Off)..................................... 140
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Radial Ply Tires............................................. 384Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).. 355, 356RadioPresets..................................................... 219Settings.................................................... 191Radio Controls.............................................. 214Radio Mode.................................................. 214Radio Operation................................... 214, 252Radio Remote Controls................................. 213Rain Sensitive Wiper System........................... 54Rear Axle (Differential)......................... 360, 361Rear Camera................................................. 161Rear ParkSense System............................... 151Rear Window, Sliding....................................... 72Recreational Towing..................................... 185Shifting Into Transfer Case Neutral (N)..... 186Shifting Out Of Transfer Case Neutral (N)........................................... 187Reformulated Gasoline................................. 399Refrigerant.................................................... 344Registering SiriusXM Guardian..................... 234Release, Hood................................................. 73Reminder, Seat Belt...................................... 276Remote Features, Door Lock/Unlock... 240, 248Remote Features, Horn And Lights............... 241Remote Features, Starting................... 241, 249
Remote Keyless Entry......................................15Programming Additional Key Fobs...............17Remote Sound System (Radio) Control......... 213Remote Start (Diesel).......................................22Remote Start (Gasoline)...................................20Remote StartingExit Remote Start Mode...............................21Replacement Bulbs....................................... 371Replacement Tires........................................ 386Reporting Safety Defects.............................. 411Resetting Perform Service Indicator............. 333Restraints, Child............................................ 291Restraints, Head..............................................35Roadside Assistance............................ 241, 248Rotation, Tires............................................... 391
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Safety............................................................ 213Safety Checks Inside Vehicle........................ 307Safety Checks Outside Vehicle...................... 309Safety Defects, Reporting............................. 411Safety Features............................................. 213Safety Information, Tire................................. 376Safety Tips.................................................... 307Safety, Exhaust Gas...................................... 309Satellite Radio............................................... 215Saved Radio Stations.................................... 219Schedule, Maintenance................................ 32811

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