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OWNER’S
MANUAL
2017
2
Table of Contents
Main Page
Introduction
5
Introduction 3
3
Table of Contents
5
Introduction
6
How to Use this Manual
6
Warnings and Cautions
8
Van Conversions/Campers
8
Vehicle Identification Number
9
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
9
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
11
A Word about Your Keys
13
Mechanical Ignition Key Removal
13
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 9
13
Locking Doors with a Key
14
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
14
Sentry Key
15
Replacement Keys
15
General Information
16
Vehicle Security Alarm - if Equipped
16
Rearming of the System
16
To Arm the System
16
To Disarm the System
16
Security System Manual Override
17
Illuminated Entry
17
Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
17
To Unlock the Doors
18
To Lock the Doors
18
Programming Additional Key Fobs
18
Key Fob Battery Replacement
18
General Information
19
Power Door Locks
19
Automatic Door Locks
21
Auto Unlock Doors
21
Windows
21
Power Windows
21
Wind Buffeting
22
Occupant Restraint Systems
22
Occupant Restraint Systems Features
22
Important Safety Precautions
23
Seat Belt Systems
24
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)
34
Child Restraints
46
Transporting Pets
53
Engine Break-In Recommendations
53
Safety Tips
53
Transporting Passengers
53
Exhaust Gas
54
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle
55
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
57
The Vehicle
57
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
59
Mirrors
62
Inside Day/Night Mirror - if Equipped
62
Outside Mirrors
62
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
62
Power Mirrors - if Equipped
63
Heated Mirrors - if Equipped
63
Power Folding Mirrors - if Equipped
64
Seats
65
Manual Front Seat Adjustments
66
Suspension Seat - if Equipped
69
Swivel Seat - if Equipped
70
Flap on Bench - if Equipped
71
Underseat Storage Tray (Driver Side Only) - if Equipped
72
Heated Seats - if Equipped
72
Head Restraints
73
Adjustable Armrests - if Equipped
75
To Open and Close the Hood
76
Lights
78
Multifunction Lever
78
Headlights
78
Dimmer Controls
78
Ambient Light
79
Daytime Running Lights - if Equipped
79
Battery Saver
79
Fog Lights - if Equipped
79
Turn Signals
79
Parking Lights
80
Lane Change Assist
80
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch
80
Flash-To-Pass
80
Follow Me Home/Headlight Delay
80
Overhead Lights
81
Ambient Light
82
Cargo Lamp
82
Windshield Wipers and Washers
83
Windshield Wipers
83
Intermittent Wiper System
84
Low Speed
84
High Speed
84
Mist Feature
84
Windshield Washer Operation
84
Telescoping Steering Column
84
Speed Control
85
To Activate
86
To Set a Desired Speed
86
To Deactivate
86
To Resume Speed
86
To Vary the Speed Setting
87
To Accelerate for Passing
88
Parksense Rear Park Assist - if Equipped
88
Parksense Rear Park Assist Sensors
89
Parksense Rear Park Assist Alerts
89
Parksense Rear Park Assist Failure Indications
91
Cleaning the Parksense Rear Park Assist System
91
Parksense Rear Park Assist System Usage Precautions
91
Parkview Rear Back up Camera - if Equipped
92
Overhead Shelf- if Equipped
94
Power Outlets - if Equipped
95
Auxiliary Switches - if Equipped
97
Cupholders
98
Storage
98
Glove Compartments
98
Dash Storage
99
Front Door Storage - if Equipped
99
Dashboard Clipboard
100
Cargo Area Features
100
Cargo Area
100
Understanding Your Instrument Panel
101
Instrument Panel Features
103
Instrument Cluster
104
Warning and Indicator Lights
106
Red Telltale Indicator Lights
107
Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights
114
Green Telltale Indicator Lights
123
Blue Telltale Indicator Lights
125
Instrument Cluster Display
125
Instrument Cluster Display and Controls
126
Setup Menu
127
Change Engine Oil Indicator System
129
Trip Computer
129
Trip Button
129
Trip Functions
130
Values Displayed
130
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)
131
Cybersecurity
132
Uconnect Rh3
133
Introduction
133
Recommendations
134
Identification Number
134
Security Code
134
General
135
Uconnect RH3 Display
136
General Functions and Settings
137
Tuner Mode (AM/FM Radio)
139
Setup Menu
141
Clock
142
USB Mode (MP3/WMA/AAC)
142
Uconnect Radios
148
Uconnect Settings
148
Buttons on the Faceplate
149
Buttons on the Touchscreen
150
Customer Programmable Features/Personal Settings
150
Ipod/Usb/Mp3 Control - if Equipped
159
USB Charging Port
159
CD Disc Maintenance
160
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
160
Radio Operation
160
Radio Operation and Mobile Phones
161
General Information
161
Climate Controls
162
Manual Climate Control Overview
162
Operating Tips
167
Uconnect Voice Recognition
170
Introducing Uconnect
170
Get Started
170
Basic Voice Commands
172
Radio
172
Media
173
Phone
174
Voice Text Reply
175
General Information
176
Additional Information
176
Starting and Operating
177
Starting Procedures
180
Automatic Transmission - if Equipped
180
Normal Starting
180
Extreme Cold Weather (below -22°F or −30°C)
180
If Engine Fails to Start
180
After Starting
181
Automatic Transmission
181
Key Ignition Park Interlock
182
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
182
Six-Speed Automatic Transmission
183
Engine Block Heater - if Equipped
181
Driving on Slippery Surfaces
190
Acceleration
190
Traction
190
Driving through Water
191
Flowing/Rising Water
191
Shallow Standing Water
191
Power Steering
192
Power Steering Fluid Check
193
Parking Brake
193
Brake System
195
Electronic Brake Control System
195
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
195
Traction Control System (TCS)
196
Brake Assist System (BAS)
197
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
197
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
200
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
201
Tire Safety Information
202
Tire Markings
202
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
205
Tire Terminology and Definitions
206
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
207
Tires - General Information
212
Tire Pressure
212
Tire Inflation Pressures
213
Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation
214
Radial Ply Tires
214
Tire Types
215
Run Flat Tires - if Equipped
216
Spare Tires - if Equipped
216
Tire Spinning
219
Tread Wear Indicators
219
Life of Tire
220
Replacement Tires
220
Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
221
Tire Rotation Recommendations
222
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
223
Base System
225
General Information
226
Fuel Requirements
227
3.6L Engine
227
Reformulated Gasoline
227
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
227
E-85 Usage in Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
228
CNG and LP Fuel System Modifications
228
MMT in Gasoline
229
Materials Added to Fuel
229
Fuel System Cautions
230
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
230
Adding Fuel
231
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
231
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
232
Vehicle Loading
232
Vehicle Certification Label
232
Trailer Towing
234
Common Towing Definitions
234
Towing Tips
242
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
243
Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
243
Recreational Towing - Automatic Transmission
244
What to Do in Emergencies
245
Hazard Warning Flashers
246
If Your Engine Overheats
246
Wheel and Tire Torque Specifications
247
Torque Specifications
247
Tire Service Kit - if Equipped
248
Tire Service Kit Storage
248
Tire Service Kit Components and Operation
249
Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions
250
Sealing a Tire with Tire Service Kit
252
Jacking and Tire Changing
256
Jack and Tools Location
256
Removing the Spare Tire
258
Preparations
262
Jacking Instructions
262
Wheel Covers
270
Jump-Starting Procedures
271
Preparations for Jump-Start
271
Jump-Starting Procedure
272
Battery Location
274
Freeing a Stuck Vehicle
275
Gear Selector Override
276
Towing a Disabled Vehicle
276
Automatic Transmission
278
Enhanced Accident Response System (Ears)
278
Event Data Recorder (Edr)
278
Maintaining Your Vehicle
279
Engine Compartment - 3.6L
281
Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd II
282
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity
282
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
283
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
283
Dealer Service
284
Replacement Parts
284
Maintenance Procedures
285
Engine Oil
285
Engine Oil Filter
287
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
288
Exhaust System
288
Maintenance-Free Battery
290
Air Conditioner Maintenance
290
Body Lubrication
293
Windshield Wiper Blades
293
Cooling System
294
Brake System
298
Automatic Transmission (3.6L Gasoline Engine Only)
299
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
301
Cleaning the Instrument Panel Cupholders
306
Fuses
307
Underhood Fuses
307
Interior Fuses
312
Right Central Pillar Fuses
315
Replacement Bulbs
316
Vehicle Storage
316
Bulb Replacement
318
Headlamps Low Beam and High Beam
318
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lamps
318
Daytime Running Lamp (Drl)/Front Side Marker Lamp
319
Front Fog Lamps
320
Front, Rear Roof Lamps
320
Rear Tail, Stop, Backup, Turn Signal and Rear Side Marker Lamps
320
Cargo Lamp
320
Dome Lamps
322
Fluid Capacities
323
Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts
324
Engine
324
Chassis
325
If You Need Consumer Assistance
333
If You Need Assistance
334
FCA USA LLC Customer Center
335
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center
335
In Mexico Contact
335
Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands
335
Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)
335
Service Contract
336
Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle
334
Prepare for the Appointment
334
Prepare a List
334
Be Reasonable with Requests
334
Mopar Parts
337
Publication Order Forms
337
Reporting Safety Defects
337
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C
337
In Canada
337
Warranty Information
337
Department of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
338
Treadwear
338
Traction Grades
339
Temperature Grades
339
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RAM Commercial PROMASTER 2017 Specifications
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Brand
RAM Commercial
Model
PROMASTER 2017
Category
Automobile
Language
English
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