RAM 1500 CLASSIC 2021

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Table of Contents3
Introduction10
Symbols Key11
Van Conversions/Campers11
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations11
Symbol Glossary12
Getting to Know Your Vehicle15
Keys15
Key Fobs15
Sentry Key17
Ignition Switch18
Ignition Node Module (IGNM)18
Remote Start - if Equipped19
How to Use Remote Start19
To Exit Remote Start Mode20
Remote Start Front Defrost Activation21
If Equipped21
Remote Start Comfort Systems21
Remote Start Windshield Wiper De-Icer22
Activation - if Equipped22
Remote Start Abort Message22
Vehicle Security System22
To Arm the System22
To Disarm the System22
Rearming of the System23
Security System Manual Override23
Doors23
Manual Door Locks23
Power Door Locks - if Equipped24
Keyless Enter-N-Go - Passive Entry24
I F Equipped26
Automatic Doors Unlock26
Automatic Door Locks27
If Equipped27
Child-Protection Door Lock27
Steering Wheel28
Tilt Steering Column28
Heated Steering Wheel I F Equipped28
Uconnect Voice Recognition Quick Tips29
Introducing Voice Recognition29
Basic Voice Commands29
Get Started30
Additional Information30
Seats30
Manual Front Seat Adjustment31
Manual Rear Seat Adjustment32
Power Driver Seat Adjustment32
If Equipped32
Heated Seats - if Equipped33
Ventilated Seats - if Equipped35
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers35
(Regular Cab Models)35
Head Restraints35
Driver Adjustable Pedals37
If Equipped37
Mirrors38
Inside Rearview Mirror38
Illuminated Vanity Mirror39
If Equipped39
Outside Mirrors39
Driver's Outside Automatic Dimming40
Mirror - if Equipped40
Power Mirrors - if Equipped40
Power Folding Outside Mirrors for41
Standard and Trailer Tow - if Equipped41
Trailer Towing Mirrors - if Equipped42
Heated Mirrors - if Equipped42
Tilt Side Mirrors in Reverse42
If Equipped42
Universal Garage Door Opener43
(Homelink®) - if Equipped43
Before You Begin Programming Homelink43
Erasing All the Homelink® Channels43
Identifying Whether You Have a Rolling43
Code or Non-Rolling Code Device43
Programming Homelink® to a Garage Door Opener44
Programming Homelink® to a44
Miscellaneous Device45
Reprogramming a Single Homelink® Button46
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming46
Exterior Lights47
Headlight Switch47
Multifunction Lever48
Daytime Running Lights (Drls)48
If Equipped48
High/Low Beam Switch48
Automatic High Beam Headlamp49
Control - if Equipped49
Flash-To-Pass49
Automatic Headlights - if Equipped49
Parking Lights and Panel Lights49
Headlights on with Wipers50
Headlight Delay50
Lights-On Reminder50
Fog Lights - if Equipped50
Turn Signals51
Lane Change Assist - if Equipped51
Cargo Light with Bed Lights I F Equipped51
Battery Saver52
Interior Lights52
Courtesy Lights - if Equipped52
Illuminated Approach53
Windshield Wipers and Washers54
Windshield Wiper Operation54
Rain Sensing Wipers - if Equipped55
Climate Controls55
Automatic Climate Control57
Descriptions and Functions59
Manual Climate Control59
Automatic Temperature Control63
(ATC) - if Equipped63
Climate Voice Recognition64
Operating Tips64
Interior Storage and Equipment66
Storage66
USB/MP3 Control70
Electrical Power Outlets71
Power Inverter - if Equipped73
Auxiliary Switches - if Equipped73
Windows74
Power Windows - if Equipped74
Automatic Window Features74
Reset Auto-Up75
Window Lockout Switch75
(Four Door Models Only)75
If Equipped75
Manual Sliding Rear Window76
If Equipped76
Wind Buffeting76
Power Sunroof - if Equipped76
Opening and Closing the Sunroof77
Pinch Protect Feature77
Venting Sunroof77
Sunshade Operation77
Ignition off Operation77
Sunroof Maintenance77
Hood78
To Open the Hood78
To Close the Hood78
Tailgate78
Opening78
Closing78
Tailgate Removal79
Pickup Box81
Bed Rail Tie-Down System82
If Equipped82
Rambox - if Equipped84
Locking and Unlocking Rambox84
Rambox Cargo Storage Bins85
Rambox Safety Warning86
Bed Extender - if Equipped86
Slide-In Campers89
Camper Applications89
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover - if Equipped90
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Removal90
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation92
Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning95
Getting to Know Your Instrument Panel96
Base Instrument Cluster96
Base Instrument Cluster Descriptions97
Premium Instrument Cluster98
Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions99
Instrument Cluster Display100
Instrument Cluster Display Controls100
Oil Life Reset102
Display Menu Items102
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message - Electrical Load Reduction Actions - if Equipped109
Warning Lights and Messages111
Red Warning Lights111
Yellow Warning Lights113
Yellow Indicator Lights117
Green Indicator Lights117
White Indicator Lights118
Blue Indicator Lights118
Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd II118
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity119
Programs119
Starting and Operating121
Starting the Engine121
Automatic Transmission121
Tip Start Feature121
Autopark121
If Engine Fails to Start123
Cold Weather Operation (below -22°F or −30°C)124
After Starting124
Engine Block Heater - if Equipped124
Engine Break-In Recommendations124
Parking Brake125
Automatic Transmission126
Key Ignition Park Interlock - if Equipped127
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) System127
Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission128
Four-Wheel Drive Operation133
If Equipped133
Four-Position Electronically Shifted Transfer Case133
Limited-Slip Differential135
Fuel Saver Technology - 5.7L Engines Only (if Equipped)136
Electric Power Steering136
Cruise Control System136
Cruise Control136
Parksense Front/Rear Park Assist System138
Parksense Sensors139
Parksense Warning Display139
Parksense Display139
Enabling and Disabling Front And/Or Rear Parksense142
Service the Parksense Park Assist System142
Cleaning the Parksense System143
Parksense System Usage Precautions143
Parkview Rear Back up Camera144
Refueling the Vehicle146
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message147
Vehicle Loading147
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)147
Payload147
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)147
Tire Size147
Rim Size147
Inflation Pressure147
Curb Weight147
Loading147
Trailer Towing148
Common Towing Definitions148
Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Weight152
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)153
Trailer and Tongue Weight153
Towing Requirements153
Towing Tips159
Snowplow159
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome)160
Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle160
Recreational Towing160
Two-Wheel Drive Models160
Recreational Towing Four -Wheel Drive Models161
Driving Tips164
Driving on Slippery Surfaces164
Driving through Water164
Off-Road Driving Tips165
Multimedia167
Uconnect Systems167
Cybersecurity167
Uconnect Settings168
Customer Programmable Features168
Uconnect Introduction182
System Overview182
Safety and General Information184
Uconnect Modes185
Steering Wheel Audio Controls185
Radio Mode185
Media Mode194
Phone Mode197
Radio Operation and Mobile Phones209
Regulatory and Safety Information209
Safety210
Safety Features210
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)210
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System211
Auxiliary Driving Systems219
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)219
Occupant Restraint Systems223
Occupant Restraint Systems Features223
Important Safety Precautions223
Seat Belt Systems224
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)233
Child Restraints242
Safety Tips261
Transporting Passengers261
Transporting Pets261
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle262
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle263
In Case of Emergency265
Hazard Warning Flashers265
Assist and Sos Mirror - if Equipped265
Jacking and Tire Changing269
Preparations for Jacking270
Jack Location270
Removal of Jack and Tools270
Removing the Spare Tire272
Jacking Instructions273
To Stow the Flat or Spare276
Reinstalling the Jack and Tools277
Jump Starting278
Preparations for Jump Start279
Jump Starting Procedure280
If Your Engine Overheats281
Manual Park Release282
Freeing a Stuck Vehicle283
Towing a Disabled Vehicle285
Two-Wheel Drive Models286
Four-Wheel Drive Models286
Emergency Tow Hooks - if Equipped287
Enhanced Accident Response System287
(Ears)287
Event Data Recorder (Edr)287
Servicing and Maintenance288
Scheduled Servicing288
Maintenance Plan289
Engine Compartment292
L Engine292
L Engine293
Checking Oil Level294
Adding Washer Fluid294
Maintenance-Free Battery294
Pressure Washing295
Vehicle Maintenance295
Engine Oil296
Engine Oil Filter297
Engine Air Cleaner Filter297
Air Conditioner Maintenance298
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection301
Body Lubrication302
Windshield Wiper Blades302
Exhaust System304
Cooling System305
Brake System309
Automatic Transmission310
Axle Fluid Level311
Transfer Case311
Fuses311
Bulb Replacement319
Tires324
Tire Safety Information324
Tires - General Information331
Tire Types336
Spare Tires - if Equipped337
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care339
Snow Traction Devices340
Tire Rotation Recommendations342
Department of Transportation Uniform342
Tire Quality Grades342
Treadwear342
Traction Grades343
Temperature Grades343
Storing the Vehicle343
Bodywork344
Protection from Atmospheric Agents344
Body and Underbody Maintenance344
Preserving the Bodywork345
Interiors347
Seats and Fabric Parts347
Plastic and Coated Parts348
Leather Surfaces348
Glass Surfaces348
Technical Specifications349
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)349
Brake System349
Wheel and Tire Torque Specifications349
Torque Specifications349
Fuel Requirements350
L Engine351
Reformulated Gasoline351
Materials Added to Fuel351
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends351
Do Not Use E-85 in Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles352
CNG and LP Fuel System Modifications352
Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) in Gasoline353
Fuel System Cautions353
Fluid Capacities354
Engine Fluids and Lubricants355
Chassis Fluids and Lubricants357
Customer Assistance358
Suggestions for Obtaining Service358
For Your Vehicle358
Prepare for the Appointment358
Preparea List358
Be Reasonable with Requests358
If You Need Assistance358
FCA US LLC Customer Center359
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center359
Mexico359
Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands359
Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)359
Service Contract359
Warranty Information360
Mopar Parts360
Reporting Safety Defects360
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C360
In Canada361
Publication Order Forms361
General Information362

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