2022 RAM PROMASTER power steering

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INTRODUCTION
SYMBOLS KEY ...........................................................8
VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS ..............................8
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .............8
SYMBOL GLOSSARY.................................................9
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS ....................................................................... 13 Key Fob .............................................................13
SENTRY KEY ........................................................... 16
IGNITION SWITCH .................................................. 16
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition .........................16
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED .......................... 17
How To Use Remote Start ................................18
To Exit Remote Start Mode .............................18
Remote Start Defrost Mode Activation —
If Equipped........................................................19
Remote Start Comfort Systems —
If Equipped........................................................19
Remote Start Windshield Wiper De–Icer
Activation — If Equipped ..................................19
Remote Start Abort Message ..........................19
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .... 20
To Arm The System ..........................................20
To Disarm The System .....................................20
Rearming Of The System .................................20
Security System Manual Override ...................20 DOORS ....................................................................20
Power Door Locks ...........................................20
Auto Unlock Doors............................................21
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Passive Entry ...........21
Automatic Door Locks ......................................22
STEERING WHEEL ..................................................23
Telescoping Steering Column..........................23
SEATS ......................................................................23
Manual Adjustments ........................................23
Heated Seats — If Equipped ............................26
Fold Down Tray — If Equipped .........................26
Adjustable Armrests — If Equipped .................27
Head Restraints ..............................................27
UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION —
IF EQUIPPED ...........................................................28
Introducing Voice Recognition.........................28
Basic Voice Commands ...................................28
Get Started .......................................................29
Additional Information .....................................29
MIRRORS ...............................................................29
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................................29
Outside Mirrors ................................................30
Power Mirrors — If Equipped ...........................31
Power Folding Outside Mirrors —
If Equipped........................................................31
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped..........................32 EXTERIOR LIGHTS.................................................. 32
Multifunction Lever ......................................... 32
Headlights ........................................................ 32
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) —
If Equipped ...................................................... 32
High/Low Beam Switch .................................. 33
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control —
If Equipped .......................................................33
Flash-To-Pass .................................................. 33
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped .............. 33
Parking Lights .................................................. 33
Headlight Delay ................................................ 33
Fog Lights — If Equipped ................................. 34
Turn Signals...................................................... 34
Lane Change Assist..........................................34
Battery Saver .................................................... 34
INTERIOR LIGHTS ................................................. 35
Courtesy Lights.................................................35
Illuminated Entry .............................................. 37
WIPERS AND WASHERS ...................................... 38
Windshield Wiper Operation ........................... 38
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ................38
CLIMATE CONTROLS ............................................ 39
Manual Climate Control Descriptions And
Functions .......................................................... 39
Additional Rear Climate Control —
If Equipped .......................................................42
Operating Tips .................................................. 42

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INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ............... 43 Storage..............................................................43
USB Control — If Equipped ..............................44
Power Outlets ...................................................45
Power Inverter — If Equipped...........................46
Auxiliary Switches — If Equipped .....................47
Wireless Charging Pad —
If Equipped .......................................................47
WINDOWS ............................................................. 48
Power Windows ...............................................48
Window Bar Grates — If Equipped...................49
Wind Buffeting .................................................49
HOOD....................................................................... 49
Opening .............................................................49
Closing...............................................................50
CARGO AREA FEATURES ...................................... 50
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER........... 51
Base / Midline Instrument Cluster
Descriptions ......................................................52
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER......................................... 53
Instrument Cluster Descriptions .....................54
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ........................ 55
Location And Controls ......................................55
Change Engine Oil — If Equipped ....................56
Main Menu........................................................56
Vehicle Settings ................................................58 WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ....................59
Red Warning Lights ..........................................59
Yellow Warning Lights ......................................61
Yellow Indicator Lights .....................................65
Green Indicator Lights .....................................65
Blue Indicator Lights ........................................66
White Indicator Lights ......................................66
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ........ 67
Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II) Cybersecurity ......................................68
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS.............................................................68
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ........................................69
Automatic Transmission ..................................69
Normal Starting ................................................69
Tip Start Feature .............................................69
Cold Weather Operation
(Below –22°F Or −30°C) ...............................69
Extended Park Starting ....................................69
If Engine Fails To Start .....................................70
After Starting ....................................................70
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED ...........70
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS ..........70
PARKING BRAKE ....................................................71
Electric Park Brake (EPB) ................................71 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION .............................. 73
Ignition Park Interlock (Keyless Vehicle) ........ 74
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI)
System ............................................................. 74
9-Speed Automatic Transmission ................... 74
POWER STEERING ................................................ 78
ACTIVE SPEED LIMITER — IF EQUIPPED ............ 79
Activation .......................................................... 79
Exceeding The Set Speed ................................ 79
Deactivation ..................................................... 79
INTELLIGENT SPEED ASSIST (ISA) —
IF EQUIPPED ........................................................... 79
Activation .......................................................... 80
Exceeding The Set Speed ................................ 80
Deactivation ..................................................... 80
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED ... 80
Cruise Control .................................................. 80
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ......................... 82
TRAFFIC SIGN ASSIST SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ........................................................... 91
Activation/Deactivation ................................... 91
Traffic Sign Assist Modes ................................ 91
Indications On The Display .............................. 91
ACTIVE DRIVING ASSIST SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ........................................................... 92
Operation .......................................................... 92
Turning Active Driving Assist On Or Off ........... 93
Indications On The Display .............................. 94

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SYMBOL GLOSSARY
Some car components have colored labels with symbols indicating
precautions to be observed when using this component. It is important to
follow all warnings when operating your vehicle. See below for the definition of
each symbol Úpage 59.
NOTE:Warning and Indicator lights are different based upon equipment options and
current vehicle status. Some telltales are optional and may not appear.
Red Warning Lights
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
Úpage 61
Air Bag Warning Light Úpage 59
Battery Charge Warning Light Úpage 60
Door Open Warning Light Úpage 60
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light Úpage 60
Transmission Fault Warning Light
Úpage 61
Engine Temperature Warning Light Úpage 60
Brake Warning Light Úpage 59
Oil Pressure Warning Light Úpage 61
Vehicle Security Warning Light Úpage 61
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault Warning Light Úpage 60
Hood Open Warning Light Úpage 60
Rear Cargo Door Warning Light Úpage 61
Red Warning Lights
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32GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Forward Folding
Mirrors can be folded forward manually or by
accidental impact. In this case it is possible to
restore to position both ways, manually and
electrically (as previously described).

Power/Manual Folding Mirror Positions

HEATED MIRRORS — IF EQUIPPED
These mirrors are heated to melt frost
or ice. This feature will be activated
whenever you turn on the rear window
defroster (if equipped) Ú page 39.
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
MULTIFUNCTION LEVER
The multifunction lever controls the operation
of the headlights, parking lights, turn signals,
headlight beam selection and the passing lights.
The multifunction lever is located on the left side of
the steering column.

Multifunction Lever

HEADLIGHTS
To turn on the headlights, turn the end of the
multifunction lever to the headlight position. When
the headlight switch is on, the parking lights,
taillights, license plate light, clearance lights and
instrument panel lights are also turned on. To turn off the headlights, turn the end of the multifunction
lever back to the O (off) position.
NOTE:On vehicles sold in Canada, the rear parking lights,
clearance lights, and Daytime Running Lights
(DRLs) will turn on when the headlight switch is
rotated to the O (off) position.
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRLS) —
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F EQUIPPED
The Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) will come on
when the ignition is in the ON position and the
vehicle is in DRIVE or NEUTRAL.
To activate the DRLs, rotate the end of the
multifunction lever to the O (off) position or the
AUTO position.
NOTE:
For vehicles sold in Canada, the Daytime
Running Lights will automatically deactivate
when the front fog lights are turned on.
The low beams and side/taillights will not be on
with DRLs.
On some vehicles, the Daytime Running Lights
may deactivate, or reduce intensity, on one side
of the vehicle (when a turn signal is activated on
that side), or on both sides of the vehicle (when
the hazard warning lights are activated).
1 — Normal Driving Position
2 — Fold In Position
3 — Fold Forward Position
CAUTION!
Leaving the mirror in a non-powered position,
accidental impact or manual fold, may cause
permanent damage to the mirror. Electrically
restore the mirror to its normal position, as soon
as practical.

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The power inverter is designed with built-in
overload protection. If the power rating of
150 Watts is exceeded, the power inverter will
automatically shut down. Once the electrical
device has been removed from the outlet the
inverter should automatically reset. To avoid
overloading the circuit, check the power ratings on
electrical devices prior to using the inverter.
AUXILIARY SWITCHES — IF EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with two auxiliary
switches located on the instrument panel to the
left of the steering column which can be used to
power various electronic devices. Connections to
the switches are found in the right central pillar
fuse panel at the base of the passenger side
B-pillar.
Auxiliary Switches

Auxiliary Switch 1 is configured to constant battery
feed, while Auxiliary Switch 2 is configured to
ignition feed.
For further information on using the auxiliary
switches, please refer to the Ram Body Builder’s
Guide by accessing
www.rambodybuilder.com
and choosing the appropriate links.
WIRELESS CHARGING PAD —
I
F EQUIPPED

Wireless Charging Pad

Your vehicle may be equipped with a 15W 3A Qi
wireless charging pad located below the center
stack. This charging pad is designed to wirelessly
charge your Qi enabled mobile phone. Qi is a
standard that allows wireless charging of your
mobile phone.

Your mobile phone must be designed for Qi wireless
charging. If the phone is not equipped with Qi wireless
charging functionality, an aftermarket sleeve or a
specialized back plate can be purchased from your
mobile phone provider or a local electronics retailer.
Please see your phone’s owner’s manual for further
information.

WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
Do not insert any objects into the receptacles.
Do not touch with wet hands.
Close the lid when not in use.
If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an
electric shock and failure.
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60GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
The light also will turn on when the parking brake
is applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN
position.
NOTE:This light shows only that the parking brake is
applied. It does not show the degree of brake
application.
Battery Charge Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when the
battery is not charging properly. If it stays
on while the engine is running, there may
be a malfunction with the charging
system. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
This indicates a possible problem with the
electrical system or a related component.
Door Open Warning Light

This indicator will illuminate when one or
more door(s) are not fully closed. A pop-up
appears on the instrument cluster display
showing which door is open.

NOTE:If the vehicle is moving and a door is opened, there
will also be a single chime.
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault
Warning Light
This warning light will turn on when
there's a fault with the EPS system
Ú page 78.
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning
Light

This warning light will illuminate to inform of
a problem with the ETC system. If a problem
is detected while the vehicle is running, the
light will either stay on or flash depending on
the nature of the problem. Cycle the ignition when the
vehicle is safely and completely stopped and the
transmission is placed in the PARK (P) position. The
light should turn off. If the light remains on with the
vehicle running, your vehicle will usually be drivable;
however, see an authorized dealer for service as soon
as possible.
If the light continues to flash when the vehicle is
running, immediate service is required and you
may experience reduced performance, an
elevated/rough idle, or engine stall and your
vehicle may require towing. The light will come
on when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or
MAR/ON/RUN position and remain on briefly as a
bulb check. If the light does not come on during
starting, have the system checked by an
authorized dealer.
Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine
condition. If the engine coolant
temperature is too high, this indicator will
illuminate and a single chime will sound.

If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and
stop the vehicle. If the Air Conditioning (A/C) system is
on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL
and idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does
not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately
and call for service
Ú
page 194.

Hood Open Warning Light
The telltale turns on when the hood is not
properly closed. Along with the icon, an
image of the vehicle with an open hood
cap appears on the display.
Close the hood properly.
WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced assist could
pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service
should be obtained as soon as possible.

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NOTE:To select the proper gear position for maximum
deceleration (engine braking), move the gear
selector into the ERS position, then tap it forward
“-” repeatedly as the vehicle slows. The trans -
mission will shift to the range from which the
vehicle can best be slowed down.
When To Use TOW/HAUL Mode

When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a
heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting
occurs, push the TOW/HAUL switch to activate
TOW/HAUL mode. This will improve performance and
reduce the potential for transmission overheating or
failure due to excessive shifting. When operating in
TOW/HAUL mode, transmission upshifts are delayed,
and the transmission will automatically downshift (for
engine braking) during steady braking maneuvers.

The “TOW/HAUL Indicator Light” will illuminate in
the instrument cluster to indicate that TOW/HAUL
mode has been activated. Pushing the switch a
second time restores normal operation. Normal
operation is always the default at engine start-up. If TOW/HAUL mode is desired, the switch must be
pushed each time the engine is started.
POWER STEERING
The electric power steering system will provide
increased vehicle response and ease of
maneuverability. The power steering system
adapts to different driving conditions.
If the steering icon is flashing, it indicates that the
vehicle needs to be taken to the dealer for service.
It is likely the vehicle has lost power steering
assistance.
If the steering icon is displayed and the “POWER
STEERING SYSTEM OVER TEMP” message is
displayed on the instrument cluster screen, this
indicates an over temperature condition in the
power steering system. Once driving conditions are
safe, pull over and let the vehicle idle for a few
moments until the icon and message turn off
Ú
page 55. If the steering icon is displayed and the “SERVICE
POWER STEERING – ASSIST OFF” message is
displayed on the instrument cluster screen, this
indicates the vehicle needs to be taken to the
dealer for service Ú
page 55.NOTE:

Even if the power steering system is no longer
operational, it is still possible to steer the vehicle.
Under these conditions there will be a substantial
increase in steering effort, especially at low
speeds and during parking maneuvers.

If the condition persists, see an authorized
dealer for service.
Instrument
Cluster
Display 1
23456789D
Actual
Gear(s)
Allowed 1 1–2 1–3 1–4 1–5 1–6 1–7 1–8 1–9 1–9

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Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight
of all cargo, consumables and equipment
(permanent or temporary) loaded in or on the
trailer in its “loaded and ready for operation”
condition.
The recommended way to measure GTW is to put
your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The
entire weight of the trailer must be supported by
the scale.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front
and rear axles. Distribute the load over the front
and rear axles evenly. Make sure that you do not
exceed either front or rear GAWR Ú page 109.
Tongue Weight (TW)
The TW is the downward force exerted on the hitch
ball by the trailer. You must consider this as part of
the load on your vehicle.
Trailer Frontal Area
The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied
by the maximum width of the front of a trailer.
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
The TSC can be a mechanical telescoping link that
can be installed between the hitch receiver and the
trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable
friction associated with the telescoping motion to
dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions
while traveling.
If equipped, the electronic TSC recognizes a
swaying trailer and automatically applies individual
wheel brakes and/or reduces engine power to
attempt to eliminate the trailer sway.
Weight-Carrying Hitch
A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue
weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch
ball or some other connecting point of the vehicle.
These kinds of hitches are commonly used to tow
small and medium sized trailers.
Weight-Distributing Hitch
A Weight-Distributing Hitch system works by
applying leverage through spring (load) bars. They
are typically used for heavier loads to distribute
trailer tongue weight to the tow vehicle's front axle
and the trailer axle(s). When used in accordance
with the manufacturer's directions, it provides for a
more level ride, offering more consistent steering
and brake control thereby enhancing towing
safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway
control also dampens sway caused by traffic and
crosswinds and contributes positively to tow
vehicle and trailer stability. Trailer sway control and
a Weight-Distributing (load equalizing) Hitch are
recommended for heavier Tongue Weights (TW)
and may be required depending on vehicle and
trailer configuration/loading to comply with Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) requirements.
WARNING!
It is important that you do not exceed the
maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous
driving condition can result if either rating is
exceeded. You could lose control of the vehicle
and have a collision.WARNING!

An improperly adjusted Weight-Distributing Hitch
system may reduce handling, stability, braking
performance, and could result in a collision.

Weight-Distributing Hitch systems may not be
compatible with surge brake couplers. Consult
with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a
reputable Recreational Vehicle dealer for
additional information.
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