2023 RAM 1500 phone

WARNING: Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway motor
vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and
lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary,
service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when
servicing your vehicle. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.
The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in an accident and personal injury. FCA US LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their attention off the road. Use of any electrical devices, such as cellular telephones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices, by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous and could lead to a serious accident. Texting while driving is also dangerous and should never be done while the vehicle is moving. If you find yourself unable to devote your full attention to vehicle operation, pull off the road to a safe location and stop your vehicle. Some states or provinces prohibit the use of cellular telephones or texting while driving. It is always the driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared to help you get acquainted with your new Ram brand vehicle and to provide a convenient reference for common questions.
Not all features shown in this manual may apply to your vehicle. For additional information on accessories to help personalize your vehicle, visit mopar.com/om (USA), owners.mopar.ca (Canada) or your local Ram brand dealer.
This Owner’s Manual is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle. Your most up-to-date Owner’s Manual, Radio Instruction Manual and Warranty Booklet can be found by visiting the website on the back cover.
U.S. Residents: If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Warranty Booklet by calling 1-866-726-4636 or by contacting your dealer. Replacement kits can be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com.
Canadian Residents: If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Warranty Booklet or purchase a replacement kit by calling 1-800-387-1143 or by contacting your dealer.
DRIVING AND ALCOHOL
Drunk driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend or use public transportation.
WARNING
Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking. Never drink and then drive.
This Owner’s Manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please disregard any features and equipment described in this manual that are not on this vehicle. FCA US LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications, and/or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured.
With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore.
FCA US LLC reserves the right to modify the terms or discontinue the Roadside Assistance Program at any time. The Roadside Assistance Program is subject to restrictions and conditions of use, that are determined solely by FCA US LLC.
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 24 HOURS, 7 DAYS A WEEK AT YOUR SERVICE. CALL 1-800-521-2779 OR VISIT CHRYSLER.RSAHELP.COM (USA) CALL 1-800-363-4869 OR VISIT FCA.ROADSIDEAID.COM (CANADA) SERVICES: Flat Tire Service, Out Of Gas/Fuel Delivery, Battery Jump Assistance, Lockout Service and Towing Service
Please see the Customer Assistance chapter in this Owner’s Manual for further information.

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VEHICLE LOADING .......................................................... 172Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ..................... 172
Payload ...................................................................... 172
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)............................ 172
Tire Size ..................................................................... 172Rim Size ..................................................................... 172Inflation Pressure ...................................................... 172Curb Weight ............................................................... 172
Loading ...................................................................... 172
TRAILER TOWING ............................................................ 173 Common Towing Definitions .................................... 173
Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Weight ..... 176Trailer Towing Weights
(Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) .......................... 176Trailer And Tongue Weight ...................................... 176
Trailer Reverse Steering
Control — If Equipped................................................ 177Towing Requirements .............................................. 179
Towing Tips ............................................................... 184
SNOWPLOW ..................................................................... 184 Before Plowing .......................................................... 185
Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability ............ 185Over The Road Operation With Snowplow
Attached .................................................................... 185Operating Tips ........................................................... 185
General Maintenance ............................................... 185
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME) .... 186 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle .......... 186
Recreational Towing — Two-Wheel Drive Models ... 186
Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models... 187 DRIVING TIPS ................................................................... 189
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................................. 189
Driving Through Water ............................................. 189
Off-Road Driving Tips ............................................... 190
MULTIMEDIA
UCONNECT SYSTEMS ..................................................... 191
CYBERSECURITY ............................................................. 191
UCONNECT SETTINGS .................................................... 191 Customer Programmable Features ........................ 192
UCONNECT INTRODUCTION............................................ 215 System Overview....................................................... 215
Safety And General Information ............................. 217
UCONNECT MODES ......................................................... 218 Steering Wheel Audio Controls ............................... 218
Radio Mode .............................................................. 218
Media Mode ............................................................. 226
Phone Mode ............................................................. 228
CONNECTED VEHICLE SERVICES —
IF EQUIPPED .................................................................... 236 Is My Vehicle Connected? ........................................ 236
Introduction To Connected Vehicle Services ......... 237
Getting Started With Connected Vehicle
Services .................................................................... 238
Using SiriusXM Guardian™ ..................................... 239
Manage My SiriusXM Guardian™ Account ............. 248
CONNECTED SERVICES FAQS ....................................... 248 Connected Services SOS FAQs — If Equipped ....... 248Connected Services Remote Door
Lock/Unlock FAQs ................................................... 249 Connected Services Roadside Assistance FAQs .... 249
Connected Services Send & Go FAQs —
If Equipped ................................................................ 249
Connected Services Vehicle Finder FAQs ............... 249
Connected Services Stolen Vehicle
Assistance FAQs — If Equipped ............................... 250Connected Services Remote Vehicle
Start FAQs ................................................................. 250
Connected Services Remote Horn & Lights
FAQs ........................................................................... 250Connected Services Account FAQs —
If Equipped................................................................. 251
Data Collection & Privacy.......................................... 252
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES .................252 Regulatory And Safety Information .......................... 253
PERFORMANCE PAGES — IF EQUIPPED .......................253 Timers ........................................................................ 253
Gauges ....................................................................... 254
G-Force ....................................................................... 254
Dynamometer (Dyno)/Engine ................................... 255
Vehicle Dynamics ...................................................... 255
OFF-ROAD PAGES — IF EQUIPPED ................................256 Off-Road Pages Status Bar ...................................... 257Vehicle Dynamics ..................................................... 258Accessory Gauge ....................................................... 259
Pitch & Roll ................................................................ 260
Suspension — If Equipped ........................................ 261Forward Facing Camera — If Equipped .................... 261

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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 68.
 With the ignition in the ON position and the vehicle
moving at 2 mph (4 km/h), all RKE commands are
disabled.

Key Fob

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 a
procedure 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
Úpage 402.
To Lock/Unlock The Doors And Tailgate
All doors, liftgate, and RamBox (if equipped) can be
programmed to either unlock on the first push of the
unlock button, or for the first push to unlock only the
driver’s door, then twice within five seconds to unlock all
doors, liftgate, and RamBox (if equipped). To lock all the
doors, liftgate, and RamBox (if equipped), 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.
The horn chirp when the lock button is pushed can be
programmed on/off within Uconnect Settings
Úpage 191.
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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NOTE:
The key fob may not be detected by the vehicle Keyless
Enter ‘n Go™ system if it is located next to a mobile
phone, laptop or other electronic device; these devices
may block the key fob’s wireless signal and prevent the
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ system from starting the vehicle.
 For more information on normal engine starting, see
Úpage 118.
 When opening the driver's door and the ignition is in
the ON/RUN position (engine not running), a chime will
sound to remind you to place the ignition in the OFF
position. In addition to the chime, the message “Igni-
tion or Accessory ON” will display in the cluster.
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED
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 328 ft (100 m).
Remote Start is used to defrost windows in cold weather
and to reach a comfortable climate in all ambient
conditions before the customer enters the vehicle.
NOTE:Obstructions between the vehicle and key fob may reduce
this range Úpage 402.
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.
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 and power sunroof opera -
tion (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in
the Remote Start mode.
 The ignition must be placed in the ON/RUN position
before the Remote Start sequence can be repeated for
a third cycle.
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
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for thieves. Always
remove key fob from the vehicle and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.
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.2

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POWER DOOR LOCKS — IF EQUIPPED
The power door lock switches are located on each front
door panel. Push the switch to lock or unlock the doors.

Power Door Lock Switches

The driver’s door will unlock automatically if the key fob is
detected inside the vehicle when the door lock button on
the front door panel is used to lock the door. This will occur
for two attempts. Upon the third attempt, the doors will
lock even if the key fob is inside.
NOTE:If the key fob is located next to a mobile phone, laptop, or
other electronic device, the wireless signal may get
blocked, and the driver’s door may not unlock
automatically. If the door lock switch is pushed while the ignition is in
ACC or ON/RUN and the driver's door is open, the doors
will not lock.
If a rear door is locked, it cannot be opened from inside
the vehicle without first unlocking the door. The door may
be unlocked manually by raising the lock knob.
POWER SIDE STEPS — IF EQUIPPED
The Power Side Steps will extend a step for easier entry
and exit of the vehicle.
When configured for Auto mode, the Power Side Steps will
deploy when any of the doors are opened, or when the
deploy setting is activated through the touchscreen. When
configured for Store mode, the steps will not deploy unless
the setting is selected manually through the Controls
menu within the touchscreen.
If the vehicle speed exceeds 5 mph (8 km/h), or if the
retract setting is selected within Uconnect Settings
Úpage 191, the steps will retract.
KEYLESS ENTER ‘N GO™ —
P
ASSIVE ENTRY
The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the
vehicle’s key fob and a feature of Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ —
Passive Entry. This feature allows you to lock and unlock
the vehicle’s door(s) without having to push the key fob
lock or unlock buttons.
NOTE:
 Passive Entry may be programmed on or off within
Uconnect Settings Úpage 191.
 The key fob may not be detected by the vehicle Passive
Entry system if it is located next to a mobile phone,
laptop, or other electronic device; these devices may
block the key fob’s wireless signal and prevent the
Passive Entry system from locking/unlocking the
vehicle.
 Passive Entry Unlock initiates illuminated approach
(low beams, license plate lamp, position lamps) for
whichever duration is set between 0, 30, 60 or
90 seconds. Passive Entry Unlock also initiates two
flashes of the turn signals.
 If wearing gloves, if it has been raining/snowing, or if
there is salt/dirt covering the Passive Entry door
handle, the unlock sensitivity can be affected, resulting
in a slower response time.
 The doors may unlock when water is sprayed on the
Passive Entry door handles, if the key fob is located
outside of the vehicle within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the handle.
 If the vehicle is unlocked by Passive Entry and no door
is opened within 60 seconds, the vehicle will relock and
(if equipped) will arm the Vehicle Security system.
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GET STARTED
The VR button is used to activate/deactivate your
Voice Recognition system.
Helpful hints for using Voice Recognition:

1. Visit
UconnectPhone.com
to check mobile device
and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing
instructions.

2. Reduce background noise. Wind noise and passenger conversations are examples of noise that
may impact recognition.
3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while facing straight ahead. The microphone is located in
the headliner and aimed at the driver.
4. Each time you give a Voice Command, you must first push either the VR or Phone button, wait until after
the beep, then say your Voice Command. You can
also say the vehicle “Wake Up” word and state your
command. Some examples of “Wake Up” words
include “Hey Uconnect” or “Hey Ram”.
5. You can interrupt the help message or system prompts by pushing the VR or Phone button and
saying a Voice Command from the current category.

Uconnect Voice Command Buttons

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
© 2022 FCA US LLC. All rights reserved. Mopar and
Uconnect are registered trademarks and Mopar Owner
Connect is a trademark of FCA US LLC. SiriusXM® and all
related marks and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM®
Radio Inc.
Uconnect System Support:
US residents visit www.DriveUconnect.com or call:
1-877-855-8400 (24 hours a day 7 days a week)
 Canadian residents visit www.DriveUconnect.ca or call:
1-800-465-2001 (English) or 1-800-387-9983
(French)
SiriusXM Guardian™ services support:
 US residents visit www.driveuconnect.com/
sirius-xm-guardian or call: 1-844-796-4827
 Canadian residents visit https://www.driveucon -
nect.ca/en/sirius-xm-guardian or call:
1-877-324-9091
1 — For The Uconnect 5/5 NAV System Vehicles
Equipped With Navigation: Push The Phone Button To
Begin Radio, Media, Navigation, Climate, Start Or Answer
A Phone Call, And Send Or Receive A Text
1 — For The Uconnect 5/5 NAV System Vehicles Not
Equipped With Navigation: Push The Phone Button To An -
swer An Incoming Phone Call
2 — Push To Access The Tile Feature
3 — Push The Hang Up Button To End A Call Currently In
Progress
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Flip the inside of the base upward into the upright position,
locking into place, creating and extended storage area.

Fully Extended Storage Area

NOTE:
The rear seats do not need to be folded up to access this
feature.
USB/AUX CONTROL
Located on the center stack, just below the instrument
panel, is the main media hub. There are four total USB
ports: Two Mini-USBs (Type C) and two Standard USBs
(Type A). There is also an AUX port located in the middle of
the USB ports.
Plugging in a smartphone device to a USB port may
activate Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay® features, if
equipped. For further information, refer to “Android
Auto™” or “Apple CarPlay®” in the Uconnect Radio
Instruction Manual.
NOTE:Two devices can be plugged in at the same time, and both
ports will provide charging capabilities. Only one port can
transfer data to the system at a time. A pop-up will appear
and allow you to select the device transferring data.
For example, if a device is plugged into the Type A USB port
and another device is plugged into the Type C USB port, a
message will appear and allow you to select which device
to use.

Center Stack USB/AUX Media Hub

The third and fourth USB ports are located behind the
center console, above the power inverter. Both are charge
only.

Rear USB Ports

Applicable to only Uconnect 5/5 NAV With 8.4-inch
Display, and Uconnect 5 NAV With 12-inch Display radios,
different scenarios are listed below when a non-phone
device is plugged into the smaller and larger USB ports,
and when a phone device is plugged into the smaller and
larger USB ports:
 “A new device is now connected. Previous connection
was lost”.
 “(Phone Name) now connected. Previous connection
was lost”.
 “Another device is in use through the same USB port.
Please disconnect the first device to use the second
device”.
1 — Standard USB Type A Port #1
2 — AUX Port
3 — Standard USB Type A Port #2
1 — Rear Charge Only USB Ports 1
2 — Rear Charge Only USB Ports 2
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NOTE:Charge unsupported devices with the Charge Only USB
ports. If an unsupported device is plugged into a Media
USB port, a message will display on the touchscreen that
the device is not supported by the system.
Plugging in a phone or another USB device may cause the
connection to a previous device to be lost.
If equipped, your vehicle may also contain a USB port
located on the top tray of the vehicle’s center console.
If equipped, two Mini-USB ports (Type C), two Standard
USB ports (Type A), and one AUX port may be located to the
left of the center stack, just below the climate controls.

Center Console USB/AUX Media Hub

Some USB ports support media and charging. You can use
features, such as Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™,
Pandora®, and others while charging your phone.
NOTE:Plugging in a phone or another USB device may cause the
connection to a previous device to be lost.
For further information, refer to the Uconnect Radio
Instruction Manual or visit UconnectPhone.com.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
The auxiliary 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet can provide
power for in-cab accessories designed for use with the
standard “cigarette lighter” style plug. The 12 Volt power
outlets and 5 Volt (2.5 Amp) USB Port (Charge Only) have
a cap attached to the outlet indicating “12V DC”, together
with either a key symbol, battery symbol, or USB symbol.
An auxiliary power outlet can be found in the tray on top of
the center stack. This power outlet works when the ignition
is in the ON/RUN, ACC, or OFF position.

Power Outlet — Top Of Center Stack
Power Outlet Fuse Locations

1 — Standard USB Type A Ports
2 — Mini-USB Type C Ports
3 — AUX Port
CAUTION!
 Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts
(13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watts (13 Amps)
power rating is exceeded, the fuse protecting the
system will need to be replaced.
 Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only.
Do not insert any other object in the power outlets as
this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse.
Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage
not covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
1 — F54 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Battery Fed
Position
2 — F54 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Ignition Fed
Position
3 — F48 Fuse 10 A Red Port Power or Rear USB
(Charge Only)

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