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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 101

BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — DIESEL

Diesel Base / Midline Instrument Cluster

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Table of Contents3
Introduction11
Symbols Key12
Van Conversions/Campers12
Consumer Information - Truck-Camper Loading12
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations14
Symbol Glossary14
Getting to Know Your Vehicle19
Keys19
Key Fob19
Sentry Key22
Ignition Switch22
Keyless Enter 'N Go™ Ignition22
Remote Start - if Equipped (Gasoline)24
How to Use Remote Start24
To Exit Remote Start Mode25
If Equipped25
Remote Start Comfort Systems25
Remote Start Windshield Wiper De-Icer26
Activation - if Equipped26
Remote Start Abort Message26
Remote Start - if Equipped (Diesel)26
How to Use Remote Start26
Vehicle Security System - if Equipped27
To Arm the System27
To Disarm the System27
Rearming of the System28
Security System Manual Override28
Doors28
Manual Door Locks28
Power Door Locks - if Equipped29
Power Side Steps - if Equipped29
Keyless Enter N G O Passive Entry29
Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit - if Equipped31
Automatic Door Locks - if Equipped31
Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors31
Steering Wheel32
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column32
Heated Steering Wheel - if Equipped33
Driver Memory Settings - if Equipped33
Programming the Memory Feature34
Linking and Unlinking the Key Fob to34
Memory34
Memory Position Recall34
Seats35
Manual Adjustment (Front Seats)35
If Equipped35
Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats)36
Power Adjustment (Front Seats)37
If Equipped37
Heated Seats - if Equipped38
Ventilated Seats - if Equipped39
Rear Ventilated Seats - if Equipped40
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers40
Head Restraints40
Uconnect Voice Recognition41
Introducing Voice Recognition41
Basic Voice Commands42
Get Started42
Additional Information43
Driver Adjustable Pedals43
If Equipped43
Mirrors44
Inside Rearview Mirror44
Illuminated Vanity Mirror45
Outside Mirrors46
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirrors46
If Equipped46
Power Mirrors46
Power Folding Outside Mirrors for Standard47
And Trailer Tow - if Equipped47
Trailer Towing Mirrors - if Equipped47
Heated Mirrors - if Equipped48
Tilt Side Mirrors in Reverse - if Equipped48
Universal Garage Door Opener48
(Homelink®) - if Equipped48
Before You Begin Programming48
Homelink48
Erasing All the Home Link Channels49
Identifying Whether You Have a Rolling49
Code or Non-Rolling Code Device49
Programming Homelink® to a Garage Door Opener49
Programming Homelink® to a49
Miscellaneous Device50
Reprogramming a Single Homelink50
Button50
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming50
Exterior Lights51
Headlight Switch51
Multifunction Lever52
Daytime Running Lights (Drls)52
High/Low Beam Switch52
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control52
If Equipped52
Flash-To-Pass53
Automatic Headlights - if Equipped53
Parking Lights and Panel Lights53
Automatic Headlights with Wipers53
Headlight Delay53
Lights-On Reminder53
Fog Lights - if Equipped54
Turn Signals54
Lane Change Assist - if Equipped54
Cargo Lights/Trailer Spotter Lights with Bed Lights - if Equipped54
Battery Saver55
Interior Lights55
Courtesy Lights55
Illuminated Entry56
Windshield Wipers and Washers57
Windshield Wiper Operation57
Rain Sensing Wipers - if Equipped57
Climate Controls58
Automatic Climate Control Descriptions58
And Functions58
Manual Climate Control Descriptions and Functions61
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) - if Equipped63
Climate Voice Recognition63
Operating Tips64
Interior Storage and Equipment65
Storage65
USB/AUX Control70
Electrical Power Outlets72
Power Inverter - if Equipped73
Wireless Charging Pad - if Equipped74
Windows75
Power Windows75
Automatic Window Features75
Reset Auto-Up76
Window Lockout Switch76
Power Sliding Rear Window - if Equipped76
Manual Sliding Rear Window - if Equipped77
Wind Buffeting77
Power Sunroof - if Equipped77
Single Pane Power Sunroof - if Equipped77
Dual Pane Power Sunroof - if Equipped78
Hood80
To Open the Hood80
To Close the Hood81
Tailgate81
Opening81
Closing81
Locking Tailgate81
Multifunction Tailgate - if Equipped81
Tailgate Removal82
Bed Step - if Equipped85
Pickup Box85
Bed Rail Tie-Down System - if Equipped86
Rambox - if Equipped88
Locking and Unlocking Rambox88
Rambox Cargo Storage Bins88
Rambox Safety Warning90
Bed Divider - if Equipped90
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover - if Equipped92
Tonneau Cover Components92
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Folding for Driving or Removal93
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation96
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning98
Getting to Know Your Instrument Panel99
Base / Midline Instrument Cluster - Gasoline99
Base / Midline Instrument Cluster Descriptions - Gasoline100
Premium Instrument Cluster - Gasoline101
Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions - Gasoline102
Base / Midline Instrument Cluster - Diesel103
Base / Midline Instrument Cluster Descriptions - Diesel104
Premium Instrument Cluster - Diesel105
Diesel106
Instrument Cluster Display106
Instrument Cluster Display Controls107
Oil Life Reset108
Display Menu Items108
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Messages116
Displays117
Messages117
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fault Warning Messages117
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message - Electrical Load Reduction Actions - if Equipped118
Warning Lights and Messages120
Red Warning Lights120
Yellow Warning Lights123
Yellow Indicator Lights126
Green Indicator Lights127
White Indicator Lights128
Blue Indicator Lights129
Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd II129
Cybersecurity129
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance130
Programs130
Starting and Operating131
Starting the Engine131
Automatic Transmission132
Autopark132
Tip Start Feature133
Keyless Enter 'N Go™ - Ignition133
Normal Starting Using ENGINE START/ STOP Button - Gasoline Engine133
Normal Starting Using Engine Start/Stop Button - Diesel Engine135
Cold Weather Operation (below -22°F or −30°C)136
After Starting136
Starting Fluids - Diesel Engine Only136
Normal Operation - Diesel Engine136
Cold Weather Precautions137
Engine Idling138
Stopping the Engine138
Engine Block Heater - if Equipped139
Engine Break-In Recommendations139
Gasoline Engine139
Engine Break-In Recommendations140
Diesel Engine140
Parking Brake140
Electric Park Brake (EPB)140
Automatic Transmission143
Ignition Park Interlock144
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System (BTSI)144
8-Speed Automatic Transmission144
Four-Wheel Drive Operation148
If Equipped148
Four-Position Electronically Shifted Transfer Case - if Equipped148
Five-Position Electronically Shifted Transfer Case - if Equipped150
Active-Level Four Corner Air152
Suspension System - if Equipped152
Description152
Air Suspension Modes154
Instrument Cluster Display Messages155
Operation155
Active-Level Four Corner Air156
Suspension System (Off-Road Group)156
If Equipped156
Description156
Air Suspension Modes158
Instrument Cluster Display Messages158
Operation158
Axle Lock System - if Equipped159
Limited-Slip Differential - if Equipped160
Power Steering160
Electric Power Steering160
Fuel Saver Technology 5.7L Engines161
Only - if Equipped161
Stop/Start System - if Equipped161
Autostop Mode161
Possible Reasons the Engine Does Not Autostop161
To Start the Engine While in Autostop Mode161
To Manually Turn off the Stop Start System162
To Manually Turn on the Stop Start System162
System Malfunction162
Cruise Control Systems - if Equipped162
Cruise Control163
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)164
Parksense Front/Rear Park Assist174
System - if Equipped174
Parksense Sensors175
Parksense Warning Display175
Parksense Display175
Enabling and Disabling Front And/Or Rear Parksense178
Service the Parksense Park Assist System178
Cleaning the Parksense System178
Parksense System Usage Precautions179
Parksense Active Park Assist System - if Equipped180
Enabling and Disabling the Parksense Active Park Assist System180
Parallel/Perpendicular Parking Space Assistance Operation181
Lanesense - if Equipped184
Lanesense Operation184
Turning Lanesense on or off184
Lanesense Warning Message184
Changing Lanesense Status186
Parkview Rear Back up Camera186
AUX Camera - if Equipped188
Surround View Camera System - if Equipped188
AUX Camera - if Equipped192
Refueling the Vehicle - Gasoline Engine192
Refueling the Vehicle - Diesel Engine194
Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel194
Bulk Fuel Storage - Diesel Fuel194
Diesel Exhaust Fluid195
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage195
Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid195
Vehicle Loading197
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)197
Payload197
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)197
Tire Size197
Rim Size197
Inflation Pressure197
Curb Weight197
Loading197
Trailer Towing198
Common Towing Definitions198
Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Weight201
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)201
Trailer and Tongue Weight201
Trailer Reverse Steering Control202
Towing Requirements204
Towing Tips209
Snowplow209
Before Plowing210
Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability210
Over the Road Operation with Snowplow Attached210
Operating Tips210
General Maintenance210
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome)211
Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle211
Models212
Recreational Towing Four -Wheel Drive Models212
Driving Tips214
Driving on Slippery Surfaces214
Driving through Water214
Off-Road Driving Tips215
Multimedia217
Uconnect Systems217
Cybersecurity217
Uconnect Settings218
Customer Programmable Features218
Head-Up Display (Hud)237
Uconnect Introduction239
System Overview239
Safety and General Information241
Uconnect Modes242
Steering Wheel Audio Controls242
Radio Mode242
Media Mode250
Phone Mode252
Connected Vehicle Services - if Equipped262
Is My Vehicle Connected262
Introduction to Connected Vehicle Services262
Getting Started with Connected Vehicle Services264
Using Siriusxm Guardian266
Manage My Siriusxm Guardian™ Account279
Connected Services Faqs279
Connected Services SOS Faqs280
Connected Services Remote Door Lock/Unlock Faqs280
Connected Services Roadside Assistance Faqs280
Connected Services Send & Go Faqs280
Connected Services Vehicle Finder Faqs281
Connected Services Stolen Vehicle281
Assistance Faqs281
Faqs281
Connected Services Remote Horn & Lights Faqs282
Connected Services Account Faqs282
Data Collection & Privacy284
Radio Operation and Mobile Phones284
Regulatory and Safety Information284
Off-Road Pages - if Equipped285
Off-Road Pages Status Bar285
Vehicle Dynamics286
Accessory Gauge286
Pitch & Roll287
Suspension287
Safety288
Safety Features288
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)288
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System289
Auxiliary Driving Systems295
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) - if Equipped295
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) with Mitigation - if Equipped301
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)303
Occupant Restraint Systems309
Occupant Restraint Systems Features309
Important Safety Precautions309
Seat Belt Systems310
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)316
Child Restraints328
Safety Tips341
Transporting Passengers341
Transporting Pets341
The Vehicle341
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle342
Exhaust Gas343
Carbon Monoxide Warnings343
In Case of Emergency344
Hazard Warning Flashers344
Assist and Sos System - if Equipped345
Jacking and Tire Changing348
Preparations for Jacking348
Jack Location348
Removal of Jack and Tools349
Removing the Spare Tire350
Jacking Instructions351
To Stow the Flat or Spare354
Reinstalling the Jack and Tools355
Jump Starting356
Preparations for Jump Start356
Jump Starting Procedure357
Refueling in Emergency - if Equipped358
If Your Engine Overheats359
Manual Park Release360
Freeing a Stuck Vehicle361
Towing a Disabled Vehicle362
Two-Wheel Drive Models363
Four-Wheel Drive Models363
Emergency Tow Hooks - if Equipped363
Enhanced Accident Response System (Ears)364
Event Data Recorder (Edr)364
Servicing and Maintenance365
Scheduled Servicing - Gasoline365
Engine365
Maintenance Plan366
Scheduled Servicing - Diesel Engine369
Maintenance Plan - Diesel Fuel up to B5 Biodiesel370
Additional Maintenance - B6 to B20 Biodiesel372
Engine Compartment373
L Engine with Stop/Start373
L Engine Without Stop/Start374
L Engine with Stop/Start375
L Diesel Engine376
Checking Oil Level377
Adding Washer Fluid377
Maintenance-Free Battery377
Pressure Washing378
Vehicle Maintenance378
Engine Oil - Gas Engine378
Engine Oil Filter379
Engine Air Cleaner Filter379
Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter - Diesel Engine380
Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement - Diesel Engine381
Priming if the Engine Has Run out of Fuel - Diesel Engine382
Intervention Regeneration Strategy - Message Process Flow (Diesel Engine)383
Diesel Exhaust Fluid383
Air Conditioner Maintenance383
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection386
Body Lubrication386
Windshield Wiper Blades387
Exhaust System388
Cooling System389
Charge Air Cooler - Inter-Cooler (Diesel Engine)392
Brake System392
Automatic Transmission393
Rear Axle and 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level394
Transfer Case395
Fuses395
Bulb Replacement405
Tires411
Tire Safety Information411
Tires - General Information418
Tire Types421
Spare Tires - if Equipped422
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care424
Snow Traction Devices425
Tire Rotation Recommendations427
Department of Transportation427
Uniform Tire Quality Grades427
Treadwear427
Traction Grades428
Temperature Grades428
Storing the Vehicle428
Bodywork428
Protection from Atmospheric Agents428
Body and Underbody Maintenance429
Preserving the Bodywork429
Interiors431
Seats and Fabric Parts431
Plastic and Coated Parts432
Leather Surfaces432
Glass Surfaces432
Technical Specifications433
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)433
Brake System433
Wheel and Tire Torque Specifications433
Torque Specifications433
Fuel Requirements - Gasoline Engine434
L Engine434
Reformulated Gasoline435
Materials Added to Fuel435
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends435
Vehicles435
CNG and LP Fuel System Modifications435
Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) in Gasoline436
Fuel System Cautions436
Fuel Requirements - Diesel Engine436
Diesel Fuel Specifications437
Biodiesel Fuel Requirements437
Fluid Capacities439
Engine Fluids and Lubricants440
Chassis Fluids and Lubricants443
Customer Assistance444
Your Vehicle444
Prepare for the Appointment444
Preparea List444
Be Reasonable with Requests444
If You Need Assistance444
FCA US LLC Customer Center444
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center444
Mexico445
Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands445
Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)445
Service Contract445
Warranty Information446
Mopar® Parts446
Reporting Safety Defects446
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C446
In Canada446
Publication Order Forms447
General Information447

RAM 1500 2021 - Base; Midline Instrument Cluster - Diesel

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