2023 RAM 1500 height

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Low Washer Fluid Warning Light
Úpage 111
Low Fuel Warning Light
Úpage 111
Rear Axle Locker Fault Warning Light
Úpage 112
Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Light
Úpage 112
Service Stop/Start System Warning Light
Úpage 112
Service 4WD Warning Light
Úpage 112
Service LaneSense Warning Light
Úpage 111
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light
Úpage 112
Yellow Warning Lights
Yellow Indicator Lights
Air Suspension Payload Protection Indicator Light
Úpage 113
Air Suspension Off-Road 1 Indicator Light
Úpage 113
Air Suspension Off-Road 2 Indicator Light
Úpage 113
Air Suspension Normal Height Indicator Light
Úpage 113
Air Suspension Aerodynamic Height Indicator Light
Úpage 113
Air Suspension Ride Height Raising Indicator Light
Úpage 113
Air Suspension Ride Height Lowering Indicator Light
Úpage 113
Cargo Light Active Indicator Light
Úpage 113
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE17
Using The Panic Feature
To turn the Panic feature on or off, push the Panic button
on the key fob. When the Panic feature is activated, the
turn signals will flash, the horn may pulse on and off
(if equipped with horn alarm), and the interior lights will
turn on.
The Panic feature will stay on for three minutes unless you
turn it off by either pushing the Panic button a second time
or driving the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h) or
greater.
NOTE:
The interior lights will turn off if you place the ignition in
the ON/RUN position while the Panic feature is
activated. However, the exterior lights and horn
(if equipped with horn alarm) will remain on.
 You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the
vehicle when using the key fob to turn off the Panic
feature due to the radio frequency noises emitted by
the system.
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 Fob Has Left The
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 detect 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 Úpage 134.
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/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for
further information.
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32GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Reclining Rear Seats — If Equipped
The recliner handle is located on the front of the rear
outboard seat cushions. To adjust the seatback, lift
upward on the handle, and slide the seat bottom forward.
The lower portion of the seatback will tilt rearward. When
you reach the desired position, release the handle.

Rear Seat Recliner Handle Locations

NOTE:
This feature is not available if vehicle is equipped with rear
bench seat.
POWER ADJUSTMENT (FRONT SEATS) —
I
F EQUIPPED
Some models may be equipped with eight-way power
driver and passenger seats. The power seat switches are
located on the outboard side of the driver and passenger
seat cushions. There are two power seat switches that are
used to control the movement of the seat cushion and the
seatback.

Power Seat Switches

Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward
The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward by
using the power seat switch. The seat will move in the
direction of the switch. Release the switch when the
desired position has been reached.
Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down
The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down by
using the power seat switch. The seat will move in the
direction of the switch. Release the switch when the
desired position has been reached.
Tilting The Seat Up Or Down
The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted up or down
using the power seat switch. The front of the seat cushion
will move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch
when the desired position has been reached.
Reclining The Seatback
The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or
rearward by using the power seat switch. The seat will
move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch
when the desired position is reached.
WARNING!
Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the
shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In
a collision you could slide under the seat belt, which
could result in serious injury or death.
1 — Power Seat Switch
2 — Power Seatback Switch
WARNING!
 Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous.
Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of
control which could cause a collision and serious
injury or death.
 Seats should be adjusted before fastening the
seat belts and while the vehicle is parked. Serious
injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted
seat belt.
 Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the
shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
In a collision you could slide under the seat belt,
which could result in serious injury or death.

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106GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Content and Layout
 Simple : Speed, Speed Limit
 Standard : Speed, Speed Limit, Navigation

Standard Mode

When “Standard” mode is selected, the HUD image is
split into thirds with the speed limit indicator shown to
the left, vehicle speed in the center, and turn-by-turn
navigation to the right.
 Advanced : Speed, Speed Limit, Navigation, Driver
Assist (ACC/Cruise, LaneSense, Highway Assist/
Highway Assist+), Gear

Advanced Mode

When “Advanced” mode is selected, the HUD displays
the vehicle speed, turn-by-turn navigation, speed limit,
driver assist function(s), and current gear.
 Custom 1 : Speed, Speed Limit
 Custom 2 : Speed, Speed Limit, Navigation
 Custom 3 : Speed, Speed Limit, Navigation, Driver
Assist (ACC/Cruise, LaneSense, Highway Assist/
Highway Assist+)
 Custom 4 : Speed, Speed Limit, Navigation, Driver
Assist (ACC/Cruise, LaneSense, Highway Assist/
Highway Assist+), Gear
 Display Height
 Brightness
NOTE:
The HUD basic settings (Brightness, Display Height and
Non Custom layouts), are controlled through the
Settings Screen in the Instrument Cluster
Úpage 98.
 HUD custom content layout preferences can be
selected through your touchscreen. For more informa -
tion, please refer to your Uconnect Owner’s Manual
Supplement.
BATTERY SAVER ON/BATTERY SAVER
M
ODE MESSAGE — ELECTRICAL LOAD
R
EDUCTION ACTIONS — IF EQUIPPED
This vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent Battery Sensor
(IBS) to perform additional monitoring of the electrical
system and status of the vehicle battery.
In cases when the IBS detects charging system failure, or
the vehicle battery conditions are deteriorating, electrical
load reduction actions will take place to extend the driving
time and distance of the vehicle. This is done by reducing
power to or turning off non-essential electrical loads.
Load reduction is only active when the engine is running.
It will display a message if there is a risk of battery
depletion to the point where the vehicle may stall due to
lack of electrical supply, or will not restart after the current
drive cycle.
When load reduction is activated, the message “Battery
Saver On Some Systems May Have Reduced Power” will
appear in the instrument cluster.
These messages indicate the vehicle battery has a low
state of charge and continues to lose electrical charge at
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL113
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS
malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not
operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the
system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one minute and then remain continuously
illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent
vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When
the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may
not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as
intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of
reasons, including the installation of replacement or
alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the
TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS
malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or
wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or
alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to
function properly.YELLOW INDICATOR LIGHTS
Air Suspension Aerodynamic Height
Indicator Light— If Equipped
This light will illuminate when the air
suspension system is set to the Aerodynamic
setting.
Air Suspension Normal Height Indicator
Light— If Equipped
This light will illuminate when the air
suspension system is set to the Normal setting
Úpage 134.
Air Suspension Off-Road 1 Indicator
Light — If Equipped
This light will illuminate when the air
suspension system is set to the Off-Road 1
setting
Úpage 134.
Air Suspension Off-Road 2 Indicator
Light — If Equipped
This light will illuminate when the air
suspension system is set to the Off-Road 2
setting
Úpage 134.
Air Suspension Payload Protection
Indicator Light — If Equipped
This indicator light will illuminate to indicate
that the maximum payload may have been
exceeded or load leveling cannot be achieved
at its current ride height. Protection mode will
automatically be selected to “protect” the air suspension
system, air suspension adjustment is limited due to
payload.
Air Suspension Ride Height Raising
Indicator Light— If Equipped
This light will blink and alert the driver that the
vehicle is changing to a higher ride height.
Air Suspension Ride Height Lowering
Indicator Light— If Equipped
This light will blink and alert the driver that the
vehicle is changing to a lower ride height.
Cargo Light On Indicator Light —
If Equipped
This indicator light will illuminate when the
cargo light is activated by pushing the cargo
light button on the headlight switch.
CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original
equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and
warning have been established for the tire size
equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system
operation or sensor damage may result when using
replacement equipment that is not of the same size,
type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause
sensor damage. Using aftermarket tire sealants may
cause the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
sensor to become inoperable. After using an
aftermarket tire sealant it is recommended that you
take your vehicle to an authorized dealer to have your
sensor function checked.
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114GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Off
Indicator Light — If Equipped
This indicator light illuminates to indicate that
Forward Collision Warning is off.
NEUTRAL Indicator Light — If Equipped
This light alerts the driver that the 4WD power
transfer case is in the NEUTRAL mode and the
front and rear driveshafts are disengaged from
the powertrain.
Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light
This light indicates when the rear axle lock has
been activated.
Entry/Exit Indicator Light — If Equipped
This light will illuminate when the vehicle is
automatically lowered from ride height position
downward for easy entry and exit of the vehicle
Úpage 134.
TOW/HAUL Indicator Light
This indicator light will illuminate when TOW/
HAUL mode is selected.
Trailer Merge Assist Indicator Light —
If Equipped
This indicator light will illuminate to indicate
when Trailer Merge Assist has been activated
Úpage 269.
4WD Indicator Light — If Equipped
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in
the four-wheel drive mode, and the front and
rear driveshafts are mechanically locked
together forcing the front and rear wheels to
rotate at the same speed.
4WD Low Indicator Light — If Equipped
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in
the 4WD Low mode. The front and rear
driveshafts are mechanically locked together
forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at
the same speed. Low range provides a greater gear
reduction ratio to provide increased torque at the wheels
Úpage 130.
4WD High Indicator Light — If Equipped
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in
the 4WD High mode. The front and rear
driveshafts are mechanically locked together
forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at
the same speed.
GREEN INDICATOR LIGHTS
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With
Target Indicator Light — If Equipped
This will display when the ACC is set and a
vehicle in front is detected Úpage 145.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With
No Target Detected Indicator Light —
If Equipped
This light will turn on when the ACC is SET and
there is no vehicle in front detected
Úpage 145.
ECO Mode Indicator Light
This light will turn on when ECO mode is active.
Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped
This indicator light will illuminate when the
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134STARTING AND OPERATING
Shifting Procedure
If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case
position have not been met, then the transfer case will
not shift. The position indicator light for the previous
position will remain on and the newly selected position
indicator light will continue to flash until all the require -
ments for the selected position have been met.
 If all the requirements to select a new transfer case
position have been met, then the current position
indicator light will turn off and the selected position
indicator light will flash until the transfer case
completes the shift. When the shift is complete, the
position indicator light for the selected position will
stop flashing and remain on.
ACTIVE-LEVEL FOUR CORNER AIR
SUSPENSION SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
DESCRIPTION
The air suspension system provides full-time load-leveling
capability along with the benefit of being able to adjust
vehicle height by using the toggle switch.

Air Suspension Switch

Off-Road 2 (OR2) (Raises the vehicle approximately
2 inches [51 mm]) – This position is intended for
off-road use only where maximum ground clearance is
required. To enter OR2, push the height selector switch
up twice from the NRH position or once from the OR1
position while vehicle speed is below 20 mph
(32 km/h). While in OR2, if the vehicle speed exceeds
25 mph (40 km/h) the vehicle height will be automati -
cally lowered to OR1. Off-Road 2 may not be available
due to vehicle payload, an instrument cluster message
is displayed when this occurs
Úpage 98. 
Off-Road 1 (OR1) (Raises the vehicle approximately
1 inch [26 mm]) – This position should be the primary
position for all off-road driving until Off-Road 2 (OR2) is
needed. A smoother and more comfortable ride will
result. To enter OR1, push the height selector switch up
once from the NRH position while the vehicle speed is
below 35 mph (56 km/h). When in the OR1 position, if the vehicle speed remains between 40 mph (64 km/h)
and 50 mph (80 km/h) for greater than 20 seconds or
if the vehicle speed exceeds 50 mph (80 km/h), the
vehicle will be automatically lowered to NRH.
Off-Road 1 may not be available due to vehicle
payload, an instrument cluster message is displayed
when this occurs
Úpage 98.
 Normal Ride Height (NRH) – This is the standard posi -
tion of the suspension and is meant for normal driving.
 Aero Height (Lowers the vehicle approximately 0.6 inch
[15 mm]) – This position provides improved aerody -
namics by lowering the vehicle. The vehicle will auto -
matically enter Automatic Aero Mode when the vehicle
speed remains between 62 mph (100 km/h) and 66 mph (106 km/h) for greater than 20 seconds or if
the vehicle speed exceeds 66 mph (106 km/h).
1 — Off-Road 2 Indicator (Customer Selectable)
2 — Off-Road 1 Indicator (Customer Selectable)
3 — Normal Ride Height Indicator (Customer Selectable)
4 — Aero Height Indicator (Customer Selectable)
5 — Entry/Exit Height Indicator (Customer Selectable)
CAUTION!
If the vehicle is in Off-Road 1 or Off-Road 2 setting, be
aware of your surroundings, you may not have the
clearance required for certain areas and vehicle
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The vehicle will return to NRH from Aero Mode if the
vehicle speed remains between 30 mph (48 km/h)
and 35 mph (56 km/h) for greater than 20 seconds or
if the vehicle speed falls below 30 mph (48 km/h).
NOTE:
Automatic Aero mode will be disabled if a trailer is
detected to prevent shifting loads.
 Speed thresholds for raising/lowering the vehicle
automatically at higher speeds only apply if
Automatic Aero Mode is enabled in your Uconnect
Radio settings.
To enter Aero Height manually push the height selector
switch down once from NRH at any vehicle speed. To
return to NRH push the height selector switch up once
while vehicle speed is less than 56 mph (90 km/h).
NOTE:Automatic Aero Mode may be disabled through vehicle
settings in the instrument cluster display Úpage 98 or
through your Uconnect Radio (if equipped) Úpage 191.
 Entry/Exit Height (Lowers the vehicle approximately
2 inches [51 mm]) – This position lowers the vehicle
for easier passenger entry and exit as well as lowering
the vehicle for easier loading and unloading of cargo.
To enter Entry/Exit Mode, push the height selector
switch down once from the NRH while the vehicle
speed is below 33 mph (53 km/h). Once the vehicle
speed goes below 15 mph (24 km/h) the vehicle
height will begin to lower. If the vehicle speed remains
between 15 mph (24 km/h) and 25 mph (40 km/h) for
greater than 60 seconds, or the vehicle speed exceeds
25 mph (40 km/h) the Entry/Exit change will be canceled. To return to Normal Height Mode, push the height
selector switch up once while in Entry/Exit or drive the
vehicle over 15 mph (24 km/h).
NOTE:Entry/Exit Height may be achieved using the Remote
Lowering feature on your key fob for easier entry/loading
Úpage 16.
The system requires that the ignition be in the ON/RUN
position or the engine running for all user requested
changes. When lowering the vehicle, all of the doors must
be closed. If a door is opened at any time while the vehicle
is lowering, the change will not be completed until the
open door(s) is closed.
This system uses a lifting and lowering pattern which
keeps the headlights from incorrectly shining into
oncoming traffic. When raising the vehicle, the rear of the
vehicle will move up first and then the front. When
lowering the vehicle, the front will move down first and
then the rear.
After the engine is turned off, it may be noticed that the air
suspension system operates briefly; this is normal. The
system is correcting the position of the vehicle to ensure a
proper appearance.
To assist with changing a spare tire, the air suspension
system has a feature which allows the automatic leveling
to be disabled
Úpage 98. Default Ride Height:

Select Aero Height or Normal Ride Height as the default
for all vehicle speeds and operation. This is the
selected height that the suspension will level for speed
changes (e.g. raising from Entry/Exit Height at speed,
lowering from Off-Road Height at speed, etc.).
 Default ride height can be changed by manually
adjusting the Air Suspension switch to Normal Ride
Height or Aero Ride Height and staying in the selected
height for 2.5 seconds. It will be stored as the default
ride height and the height will be maintained until a
new default ride height is selected.
NOTE:If equipped with a touchscreen radio, all enabling/
disabling of air suspension features must be done through
the radio
Úpage 191.
AIR SUSPENSION MODES
The air suspension system has multiple modes to protect
the system in unique situations. The engine should be
running to change between Air Suspension Modes.
CAUTION!
When in Entry/Exit Height, be aware of your
surroundings, you may not have the clearance required
for certain areas and vehicle damage may occur.
WARNING!
The air suspension system uses a high pressure
volume of air to operate the system. To avoid personal
injury or damage to the system, see an authorized
dealer for service.
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