RAM 5500 Chassis Cab (2017 year). Instruction — part 2

remain armed when the battery is reconnected; the exterior
lights will flash, and the horn will sound. If this occurs,
disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.

Security System Instruction Override

The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the
doors using the instruction door lock plunger.

ILLUMINATED APPROACH

The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the key fob
to unlock the doors or open any door.

This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the
outside mirrors (if equipped). Refer to “Mirrors” in “Un-
derstanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for further
information.

The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds,
or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition
switch is turned to ON/RUN from the OFF position.

The front courtesy overhead console and door courtesy
lights will not turn off if the dimmer control is in the
“Dome ON” position (rotate horizontal thumb wheel on
the bottom of the switch to the far right detent position).

The illuminated entry system will not operate if the
dimmer control is in the “Dome OFF” position (rotate
horizontal thumb wheel on the bottom of the switch to the
far left detent position).

NOTE:

If your vehicle is equipped with illuminated ap-

proach lights under the outside mirrors, they can be turned
off by using the Instrument Cluster Display controls (if
NOT equipped with a touchscreen radio) or the Uconnect
radio (if equipped with a touchscreen radio). Refer to
“Instrument Cluster Display” or “Uconnect Settings” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further infor-
mation.

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY

The Remote Keyless Entry system 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) using a hand-held radio key fob
with integrated key. The key fob does not need to be
pointed at the vehicle to activate the system. Push and
release the LOCK button on the key fob to lock all doors,
the tailgate and the RamBox (if equipped). The turn signal
lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the
signal.

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NOTE:

Inserting the key fob into the ignition switch

disables the system from responding to any button pushes
from that key fob. Driving at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and
above disables the system from responding to all key fob
buttons for all key fobs.

Remote Unlock The Doors

Push and release the UNLOCK

button on the key fob

once to unlock the driver’s door. Push the unlock

button twice within five seconds to unlock all doors,

the tailgate and the RamBox (if equipped). The turn
signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock
signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on.

NOTE:

The Instrument Cluster Display or Uconnect Set-

tings are setup for driver door first, otherwise this will
unlock all doors.

Remote Keyless Entry Key Fob (IGNM)

Key Fob Keyless Enter-N-Go

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Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors First

This feature lets you program the system to unlock either
the driver’s door or all doors on the first push of the
UNLOCK button on the key fob. To change the current
setting, proceed as follows:

• For vehicles not equipped with a touchscreen radio,

refer to Customer-Programmable Features” in “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for further informa-
tion.

• For vehicles equipped with a touchscreen radio, refer to

“Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.

NOTE:

Pushing the LOCK button on the key fob while you

are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security
Alarm System. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security
Alarm System activated will cause the alarm to sound.
Push the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Secu-
rity Alarm System.

Flash Lamps With Remote Key Lock

This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when
the doors are locked or unlocked with the key fob. This
feature can be turned on or turned off. To change the
current setting, proceed as follows:

• For vehicles not equipped with a touchscreen radio,

refer to Settings/Customer-Programmable Features in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation.

• For vehicles equipped with a touchscreen radio, refer to

“Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.

To Lock The Doors

Push and release the LOCK

button on the key fob to

lock all doors, the tailgate and the RamBox (if
equipped). The turn signal lights will flash and the horn
will chirp to acknowledge the signal.

Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock

This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are
locked with the key fob. This feature can be turned on or
turned off. To change the current setting, proceed as
follows:

• For vehicles not equipped with a touchscreen radio,

refer to Settings/Customer-Programmable Features in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation.

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• For vehicles equipped with a touchscreen radio, refer to

“Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.

NOTE:

Pushing the LOCK

button on the key fob

while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle
Security Alarm System. Opening a door with the Vehicle
Security Alarm System activated will cause the alarm to
sound. Push the UNLOCK

button to deactivate the

Vehicle Security Alarm System.

Using The Panic Alarm

To turn the Panic Alarm feature ON or OFF, push and hold
the

button on the key fob for at least one second and

release. When the Panic Alarm is on, the headlights will
turn on, the park lights will flash, the horn will pulse on
and off, and the turn signal lights will flash.

The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless you
turn it off by either pushing the

button a second time

or drive the vehicle at a speed of 5 mph (8 km/h) or
greater.

NOTE:

• The interior lights will turn off if you turn the ignition

switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while the Panic
Alarm is activated. However, the exterior lights and
horn will remain on.

• You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the

vehicle when using the key fob to turn off the Panic
Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted by the
system.

Programming Additional Key Fobs

If you do not have a programmed key fob, contact your
authorized dealer for details.

Key Fob Battery Replacement

The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032
battery.

NOTE:

• Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See

www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

• Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back

housing or the printed circuit board.

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1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical

latch on the back of the key fob sideways with your
thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.

Emergency Key Removal

Emergency Key Removal

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2. Separating key fob halves requires screw removal – if

equipped, and gently prying the two halves of the key
fob apart. Make sure not to damage the seal during
removal.

Remove Screw From Key Fob Case

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3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over

(battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a
solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace the
battery. When replacing the battery, match the + sign on
the battery to the + sign on the inside of the battery clip,
located on the back cover. Avoid touching the new
battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery
deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with
rubbing alcohol.

4. To assemble the key fob case, snap the two halves

together, reposition and secure the screw as shown in
step #2 for removal.

General Information

The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio
Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, in-

cluding interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly approved

by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — 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 300 ft (91 m).

Separating Key Fob Case

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NOTE:
• The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic trans-

mission to be equipped with Remote Start.

• Obstructions between the vehicle and the key fob may

reduce this range.

How To Use Remote Start

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 pushed)
• Ignition key removed from ignition switch
• Battery at an acceptable charge level
• PANIC button not pushed
• Fuel meets minimum requirement
• System not disabled from previous remote start event
• Vehicle security alarm not active

WARNING!

• Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or

confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monox-
ide (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.

Remote Start Abort Message

The following messages will display in the Instrument
Cluster Display if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits
remote start prematurely:

• Remote Start Cancelled — Door Open
• Remote Start Cancelled — Hood Open
• Remote Start Cancelled — Fuel Low
• Remote Start Cancelled — System Fault
• Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle to Reset
The Instrument Cluster Display message stays active until
the ignition is turned to the ON/RUN position.

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To Enter Remote Start Mode

Push and release the REMOTE START button

on the

key fob twice within five seconds. The parking lights
will flash, vehicle doors will lock, and the horn will
chirp twice (if programmed). Once the vehicle has
started, the engine will run for 15 minutes.

NOTE:

• If your power door locks were unlocked, Remote Start

will automatically lock the doors.

• If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the

vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds.

• The park lamps 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 engine can be started two consecutive times (two

15-minute cycles) with the key fob. However, the igni-
tion must be placed in the ON/RUN position before you
can repeat the start sequence for a third cycle.

To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle

Push and release the REMOTE START

button one time

or allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.

NOTE:

To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system will

disable the one time push of the REMOTE START

but-

ton for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote Start
request.

To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle

Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, push and release the
UNLOCK button on the key fob to unlock the doors and
disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm System (if equipped).
Then, prior to the end of the 15-minute cycle, cycle the
ignition to the ON/RUN position.

Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped

When Remote Start is activated, the heated steering wheel
and driver heated seat features will automatically turn on
in cold weather. In warm weather, the driver vented seat
feature will automatically turn on when the remote start is
activated. These features will stay on through the duration
of Remote Start or until the ignition switch is turned to the
ON/RUN position.

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The Remote Start Comfort System can be activated and
deactivated through the Uconnect System. Refer to ”Cus-
tomer Programmable Features” in “Uconnect Settings” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further infor-
mation on Remote Start Comfort System operation.

General Information

The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio
Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, in-

cluding interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly approved

by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

DOOR LOCKS

Instruction Door Locks

Front and rear doors may be locked by moving the lock
knob down or unlocked by moving the lock knob up.

Front doors may be opened with the inside door handle
without lifting the lock knob.

Doors locked before closing will remain locked when
closed.

Door Lock Knob

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The emergency key will unlock the driver door lock on
your vehicle.

WARNING!

• Do not leave children or animals inside parked

vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.

• For personal security and safety in the event of an

collision, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well
as when you park and leave the vehicle.

• Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the automatic

transmission into PARK or the instruction transmission
into FIRST gear or REVERSE, apply the parking
brake, turn the vehicle OFF, remove the key fob from
the ignition and lock your vehicle.

• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with

access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving children in a

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WARNING! (Continued)

vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear
selector.

• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is

dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others
could be seriously 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 mode. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.

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Power Door Locks — If Equipped

The power door LOCK

switches are on each front

door trim panel. Use these switches to lock or unlock the
doors.

If you push the power door LOCK

switch while the

key fob is in the ignition, and any front door is open, the
power locks will not operate. This prevents you from
accidentally locking your key fob in the vehicle. Remov-
ing the key fob or closing the door will allow the locks
to operate. A chime will sound if the key fob is in the
ignition switch and a door is open, as a reminder to
remove the key fob.

Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped

The auto door lock feature default condition is enabled.
When enabled, the door locks will lock automatically when
the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h). The auto
door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your
authorized dealer. The auto door lock feature is enabled/
disabled in the Uconnect Settings.

Automatic Doors Unlock — If Equipped

This feature unlocks all of the doors of the vehicle when
either front door is opened. This will occur only after the
vehicle has been shifted into the PARK position after the
vehicle has been driven (shifted out of PARK and all doors
closed).

Automatic Doors Unlock Programming — If
Equipped

The Automatic Doors Unlock feature can be enabled or
disabled as follows:

• For vehicles not equipped with a touchscreen radio,

refer to Settings/Customer-Programmable Features in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation.

Power Door Lock Switches Location

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• For vehicles equipped with a touchscreen radio, refer to

“Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.

NOTE:

Use the Auto Unlock Doors feature in accordance

with local laws.

Child-Protection Door Lock

To provide a safer environment for children riding in the
rear seat, the rear doors (if equipped) of your vehicle have
the Child-Protection Door Lock system.

To use the system, open each rear door, use a flat blade
screwdriver (or emergency key) and rotate the dial to

engage and disengage the Child-Protection locks. When
the system on a door is engaged, that door can only be
opened by using the outside door handle even if the inside
door lock is in the unlocked position.

WARNING!

Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision.
Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from
the outside when the Child-Protection locks are en-
gaged.

Child-Protection Door Lock Location

Child Lock Control

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NOTE:

• After setting the Child-Protection Door Lock system,

always test the door from the inside to make certain it is
in the desired position.

• For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the

door lock switch to the UNLOCK position, roll down the
window and open the door with the outside door
handle.

KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO — PASSIVE ENTRY

The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the vehi-
cle’s Remote Keyless Entry system and a feature of Keyless
Enter-N-Go. Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go” in “Starting
And Operating” for further information. This feature al-
lows 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/OFF. Refer to

“Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.

• If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been raining

on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock sensitivity
can be affected, resulting in a slower response time.

• If the vehicle is unlocked by Passive Entry and no door

is opened within 60 seconds, the vehicle will re-lock and
if equipped will arm the security alarm.

• The vehicles security alarm can be armed/disarmed by

pushing the passive entry key fob lock/unlock buttons
(if equipped).

To Unlock From The Driver’s Side:

With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the
driver door handle, grab the front driver door handle to
unlock the driver’s door automatically. The interior door
panel lock knob will raise when the door is unlocked.

Grab The Door Handle To Unlock

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NOTE:

If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed, all

doors will unlock when you grab hold of the front driver’s
door handle. To select between “Unlock Driver Door 1st
Press” and “Unlock All Doors 1st Press,” refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.

To Unlock From The Passenger Side:

With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the
passenger door handle, grab the front passenger door
handle to unlock all doors automatically. The interior door
panel lock knob will raise when the door is unlocked.

NOTE:

All doors will unlock when the front passenger

door handle is grabbed regardless of the driver’s door
unlock preference setting (“Unlock Driver Door 1st Press”
or “Unlock All Doors 1st Press”).

Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry Key
Fob In Vehicle:

To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a
Passive Entry key fob inside your vehicle, the Passive Entry
system is equipped with an automatic door unlock feature
which will function if the ignition switch is in the OFF
position.

If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel
switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors have
been closed the vehicle checks the inside and outside of the
vehicle for any valid Passive Entry key fobs. If one of the
vehicle’s Passive Entry key fobs is detected inside the
vehicle, and no other valid Passive Entry key fobs are
detected outside the vehicle, the Passive Entry System
automatically unlocks all vehicle doors and chirps the horn
three times (on the third attempt ALL doors will lock and
the Passive Entry key fob can be locked in the vehicle).

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To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors:

With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry key fobs within 5 ft
(1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door handles, push
the door handle LOCK button to lock all doors.

Do NOT grab the door handle when pushing the door
handle lock button. This could unlock the door(s).

NOTE:

• After pushing the door handle LOCK button, you must

wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the
doors, using either Passive Entry door handle. This is
done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by
pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting
and unlocking.

• The Passive Entry system will not operate if the key fob

battery is dead.

Push The Door Handle Button To Lock

Do NOT Grab The Door Handle When Locking

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