2023 RAM 1500 remote control

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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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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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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 illuminated
TO EXIT REMOTE START MODE
To drive the vehicle after a Remote Start, unlock the doors
using the key fob or Passive Entry and disarm the Vehicle
Security system (if equipped). Then, prior to the end of the
15 minute cycle, press the brake pedal and push and
release the START/STOP ignition button.
The Remote Start system will turn the engine off if the
Remote Start button on the key fob is pushed again, or if
the engine is allowed to run for the entire 15 minute cycle.
Once the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position, the
climate controls will resume the previously set operations
(temperature, blower control, etc.).
NOTE:
To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the system will
disable for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote
Start request.
 For vehicles equipped with the Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ —
Passive Entry feature, the message “Remote Start
Active — Push Start Button” will display in the instru -
ment cluster display until you push the START/STOP
ignition button.
REMOTE START FRONT DEFROST
A
CTIVATION — IF EQUIPPED
When Remote Start is active, and the outside ambient
temperature is 40°F (4.5°C) or below, the system will
automatically activate front defrost for 15 minutes or less.
The time is dependent on the ambient temperature. Once
the timer expires, the system will automatically adjust the
settings depending on ambient conditions. See “Remote
Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped” in the next section
for detailed operation.
REMOTE START COMFORT SYSTEMS —
I
F EQUIPPED
When Remote Start is activated, the front and rear defrost
will automatically turn on in cold weather. The heated
steering wheel and driver heated seat feature will turn on
if programmed in the Comfort menu screen within
Uconnect Settings
Úpage 191. In warm weather, the
driver vented seat feature will automatically turn on when
the Remote Start is activated and is programmed in the
Comfort menu screen. The vehicle will adjust the climate control settings
depending on the outside ambient temperature.
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped
The climate controls automatically adjust to an optimal
temperature and mode, dependent on the outside
ambient temperature. When the ignition is placed in the
ON/RUN position, the climate controls will resume their
previous settings.
Manual Temperature Control (MTC) — If Equipped

In ambient temperatures of 40°F (4.5°C) or below, the
climate settings will default to maximum heat, with
fresh air entering the cabin. If the front defrost timer
expires, the vehicle will enter Mix Mode.
 In ambient temperatures from 40°F (4.5°C) to 78°F
(26°C), the climate settings will be based on the last
settings selected by the driver.
 In ambient temperatures of 78°F (26°C) or above, the
climate settings will default to MAX A/C, Bi-Level mode,
with Recirculation on.
For more information on ATC, MTC, and climate control
settings, see
Úpage 54.
NOTE:These features will stay on through the duration of Remote
Start, or until the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN
position. The climate control settings will change, and exit
the automatic defaults, if manually adjusted by the driver
while the vehicle is in Remote Start mode. This includes
turning the climate controls off using the OFF button.
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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NOTE:
When the Child-Protection Door Lock system is
engaged, the door can be opened only by using the
outside door handle even though the inside door lock
is in the unlocked position.
 After disengaging the Child-Protection Door Lock
system, always test the door from the inside to make
certain it is in the unlocked position.
 After engaging the Child-Protection Door Lock system,
always test the door from the inside to make certain it
is in the locked position.
 For emergency exit with the system engaged, pull up on
the door lock knob (unlocked position), lower the
window, and open the door with the outside door
handle.
NOTE:Always use this device when carrying children. After
engaging the Child-Protection Door Lock system on both
rear doors, check for effective engagement by trying to
open a door with the internal handle. Once the
Child-Protection Door Lock system is engaged, it is impos -
sible to open the doors from inside the vehicle. Before
getting out of the vehicle, be sure to check that there is no
one left inside.
STEERING WHEEL
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN
This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward
or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the
steering column. The tilt/telescoping lever is located on
the steering column, below the multifunction lever.

Tilt/Telescoping Lever

To unlock the steering column, push the control downward
(toward the floor). To tilt the steering column, move the
steering wheel upward or downward as desired. To
lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull the steering
wheel outward or push it inward as desired. To lock the
steering column in position, push the control upward until
fully engaged.
HEATED STEERING WHEEL —
I
F EQUIPPED
The steering wheel contains a heating element
that helps warm your hands in cold weather.
The heated steering wheel has only one
temperature setting. Once the heated steering
wheel has been turned on, it will stay on until the operator
turns it off. The heated steering wheel may not turn on
when it is already warm.
The heated steering wheel button is located on the center
of the instrument panel below the radio screen, or within
the Climate or Controls screen of the touchscreen.
 Press the heated steering wheel button once to turn
the heating element on.
 Press the heated steering wheel button a second time
to turn the heating element off.
NOTE:The engine must be running for the heated steering wheel
to operate.
For information on use with the Remote Start system, see
Úpage 22.
WARNING!
Avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a collision.
Remember that the rear doors cannot be opened from
the inside door handle when the Child Protection Door
Locks are engaged.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while driving.
Adjusting the steering column while driving or driving
with the steering column unlocked, could cause the
driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this
warning may result in serious injury or death.

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Front Heated Seats — If Equipped
The heated seat control buttons are located on
the center stack below the radio screen, or
within the Uconnect system.
 Press the heated seat button once to turn the HI
setting on.
 Press the heated seat button a second time to turn the
MED setting on.
 Press the heated seat button a third time to turn the
LO setting on.
 Press the heated seat button a fourth time to turn the
heating elements off.
NOTE:
Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within
two to five minutes.
 The engine must be running for the heated seats to
operate.
 The level of heat selected will stay on until the operator
changes it.
For information on use with the Remote Start system, see
Úpage 22.
Rear Heated Seats — If Equipped
On some models, the two rear outboard seats
may be equipped with heated seats. There are
two heated seat switches that allow the rear
passengers to operate the seats
independently. The heated seat switches for each heater
are located on the rear of the center console. You can choose from HI, MED, LO, or OFF heat settings.
Indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in
use.

Push the heated seat button once to turn the HI
setting on.
 Push the heated seat button a second time to turn the
MED setting on.
 Push the heated seat button a third time to turn the
LO setting on.
 Push the heated seat button a fourth time to turn the
heating elements off.
NOTE:The level of heat selected will stay on until the operator
changes it.
VENTILATED SEATS — IF EQUIPPED
Front Ventilated Seats
The ventilated seat control buttons are located
on the center stack below the radio screen, or
within the Uconnect system. The fans operate
at three speeds: HI, MED and LO.
 Press the ventilated seat button once to choose HI.
 Press the ventilated seat button a second time to
choose MED.
 Press the ventilated seat button a third time to choose
LO.
 Press the ventilated seat button a fourth time to turn
the ventilation off.
NOTE:The engine must be running for the ventilated seats to
operate.
For information on use with the Remote Start system, see
Úpage 22.
Rear Ventilated Seats — If Equipped
If equipped, the two outboard rear seats will
have ventilated seats. The rear ventilated seat
control switches are located on the rear of the
center console.
The fans operate at three speeds: HI, MED, and LO. Push
the ventilated seat buttons to toggle through the speeds,
or to turn the feature off.
NOTE:The engine must be running for the ventilated seats to
operate.
PLASTIC GROCERY BAG RETAINERS —
I
F EQUIPPED
Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag handles
are attached to the underside of the rear seat cushion. To
access these hooks, lift the rear seat cushion upward.
HEAD RESTRAINTS
Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by
restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact.
Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the
head restraint is located above the top of your ear.

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Cargo Lights

When the vehicle is stationary, these lights can also be
turned on using the switch located just inside the pickup
box, on the lower part of the bed light lens. A telltale will
illuminate in the instrument cluster display when these
lights are on. Pushing the switch a second time will turn
the lights off.

Bed Light Switch (Without RamBox)

The cargo light and bed lights (if equipped) will turn on for
approximately 30 seconds when a key fob unlock button
is pushed, as part of the Illuminated Entry feature.
When these lights are activated using the button on the
headlight switch the cargo lights, trailer spotter lights, and
trailer hitch light will remain illuminated when the vehicle
transmission is in PARK, NEUTRAL, or REVERSE. The lights
will turn off when the vehicle transmission is placed in
DRIVE.
When the vehicle is placed in the REVERSE position,
the trailer hitch light will turn on automatically. The trailer
hitch light will turn off when the vehicle is placed in the
DRIVE position.
NOTE:The bed lights are not affected by gear selection.
NOTE:For vehicles shipped to or sold in the states of California
or Mississippi, the cargo, bed, and mirror spotter lights will
not work while the vehicle is in motion. In every other
state, the cargo and mirror spotter lights will turn off when
the vehicle is in motion, but the bed light will remain on.
BATTERY SAVER
Timers are set to both the interior and exterior lights to
protect the life of your vehicle’s battery.
After 10 minutes, if the ignition is OFF and any door is left
open or the dimmer control is rotated all the way up to the
topmost position, the interior lights will automatically
turn off.
NOTE:Battery saver mode is canceled if the ignition is ON.
The headlights will automatically turn off after eight
minutes while the ignition is in the OFF position.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
COURTESY LIGHTS
Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the doors
are opened or the Dome ON button is pushed on the
overhead console. If your vehicle is equipped with Remote
Keyless Entry and the unlock button is pushed on the key
fob, the courtesy and dome lights will turn on. When a door
is open and the interior lights are on, and the Dome Defeat
button on the overhead console is pressed, the interior
lights will turn off.

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STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belt.
The starter should not be operated for more than
10-second intervals. Waiting at least 10 to 15 seconds
between such intervals will protect the starter from
overheating.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Start the engine with the transmission in PARK position.
Apply the brake before shifting into any driving range.
NOTE:
This vehicle is equipped with a transmission shift inter -
locking system. The brake pedal must be pressed to
shift out of PARK.
 If equipped with an 8-speed transmission, starting the
vehicle in NEUTRAL is not possible unless the Manual
Park Release has been activated
Úpage 328.
TIP START FEATURE
Do not press the accelerator. Cycle the ignition switch
briefly to the START position and release it. The starter
motor will continue to run and will automatically
disengage when the engine is running.
KEYLESS ENTER ‘N GO™ — IGNITION
This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition
switch with the push of a button, as long as the Remote
Start/Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ key fob is in the passenger
compartment.
NORMAL STARTING USING ENGINE
START/STOP B
UTTON
To Turn On The Engine Using The ENGINE START/STOP
Button

1. The transmission must be in PARK.

2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing the
ENGINE START/STOP button once.
3. The system starts the vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically after
10 seconds.
4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting, push the button again.WARNING!
When leaving the vehicle, always make sure the
keyless ignition node is in the OFF position, remove
the key fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.
 Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be seri -
ously or fatally injured. Children should be warned
not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the
gear selector.
 Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in
a location accessible to children, and do not leave
the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter
‘n Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN position. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.
Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehi -
cles in hot weather. Interior heat buildup may cause
serious injury or death.
WARNING!

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UCONNECT MODES
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
The remote sound system controls are located on the rear
surface of the steering wheel at the three and nine o’clock
positions.

Remote Sound System Controls

The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a push
button in the center and controls the volume and mode of
the sound system. Pushing the top of the rocker switch will
increase the volume, and pushing the bottom of the rocker
switch will decrease the volume. Pushing the right-hand control’s center button will make
the radio switch between the various modes available
(AM/FM/SXM or Media, etc.).
The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a push
button in the center. The function of the left-hand control
is different depending on which mode you are in.
The following describes the left-hand control operation in
each mode:
Radio Operation
Pushing the top of the switch will seek up for the next
available station and pushing the bottom of the switch will
seek down for the next available station.
The button located in the center of the left-hand control
will tune to the next preset station that you have
programmed in the radio presets.
Media Mode
Pushing the top of the switch skips to the next track on the
selected media (AUX/USB/Bluetooth®). Pushing the
switch up twice will go forward two tracks. Pushing the
bottom switch goes to the beginning of the current track,
or the beginning of the previous track if it is within eight
seconds after the current track begins to play. Double
pressing the bottom button switch will skip to the previous
track if it is after eight seconds into the current track.
RADIO MODE
Radio Controls

Uconnect 3 With 5-inch Display

1 — Preset Radio Stations
2 — All Preset Radio Stations
3 — Seek Down
4 — Radio Band (AM/FM)
5 — Tune
6 — Station Info
7 — Audio Settings
8 — Seek Up

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