RAM 5500 Chassis Cab (2017 year). Instruction — part 17

Setting Name

Selectable Options

ParkView Backup Camera

Active Guidelines

On

Off

NOTE:

Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera Active Guidelines that allows you to

see Active (Dynamic) Guidelines which deflect with steering wheel angle over the ParkView Back up Camera display
whenever the gear selector is put into REVERSE. The image will be displayed on the radio touchscreen display along
with a caution note to “check entire surroundings” across the top of the screen. After five seconds, this note will dis-
appear.

ParkView Backup Camera

Delay

On

Off

NOTE:
When the “ParkView Backup Camera Delay” feature is enabled, it will allow the ParkView Backup Camera display to
remain on while in drive for up to 10 seconds, or 8 mph (13 km/h).

Rain Sensing Auto Wipers

— If Equipped

On

Off

NOTE:

When the “Rain Sensing Auto Wipers” feature is selected, the system will automatically activate the wind-

shield wipers if it senses moisture on the windshield.

Hill Start Assist — If

Equipped

On

Off

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Lights

After pressing the “Lights” button on the touchscreen, the
following settings will be available:

Setting Name

Selectable Options

Headlight Off Delay

+

–

NOTE:

When the “Headlight Off Delay” feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on

for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle.

Headlight Illumination On Ap-

proach

+

–

NOTE:

When the “Headlight Illumination On Approach” feature is selected, the headlights will activate and remain

on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the key fob.

Headlights With Wipers — If

Equipped

NOTE:

When the “Headlights With Wipers” feature is selected, and the headlight switch is in the AUTO position, the

headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on. The headlights will also turn off
when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature.

Auto Dim High Beams — If

Equipped

NOTE:

When the “Auto Dim High Beams” feature is selected, the high beam headlights will deactivate automatically

under certain conditions.

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Setting Name

Selectable Options

Flash Lights With Lock

NOTE:

When the “Flash Lights With Lock” feature is selected, the exterior lamps will flash when the doors are

locked or unlocked with the key fob. This feature may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature
selected.

Doors & Locks

After pressing the “Doors & Locks” button on the touch-
screen, the following settings will be available:

Setting Name

Selectable Options

Auto Door Locks

NOTE:

When the “Auto Door Locks” feature is selected, all doors will lock automatically when the vehicle reaches a

speed of 15 mph (24 km/h).

Auto Unlock On Exit

NOTE:

When the “Auto Unlock On Exit” feature is selected, all doors will unlock when the vehicle is stopped and

the transmission is in the PARK or NEUTRAL position and the driver’s door is opened.

Flash Lights With Lock

NOTE:

When the “Flash Lights With Lock” feature is selected, the front and rear turn signals will flash when the

doors are locked or unlocked with the key fob. This feature may be selected with or without the “Sound Horn With
Lock” feature selected.

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Setting Name

Selectable Options

Sound Horn With Lock

Off

1st Press

2nd Press

Sound Horn With Remote

Start

1st Press Of Key Fob Un-

locks

Driver Door

All Doors

NOTE:

• When “1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks: Driver Door” is selected, only the driver’s door will unlock on the first press

of the key fob UNLOCK button. You must push the key fob UNLOCK button twice to unlock the passenger’s
doors.

• When “All Doors” is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first push of the key fob UNLOCK button.

• If the vehicle is programmed “1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks: All Doors”, all doors will unlock no matter which

Passive Entry equipped door handle is grasped. If “1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks: Driver Door” is programmed,
only the driver’s door will unlock when the driver’s door is grasped.

• With Passive Entry, if “1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks: Driver Door” is programmed pushing the handle more than

once will only result in the driver’s door opening. If “Driver Door” is selected, once the driver’s door is opened,
the interior door lock/unlock switch can be used to unlock all doors (or use key fob).

Passive Entry — If

Equipped

NOTE:

The “Passive Entry” feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s door(s) without having to push the

key fob LOCK or UNLOCK buttons.

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Setting Name

Selectable Options

Personal Settings Linked

To Key Fob — If

Equipped

NOTE:

• The “Personal Settings Linked To Key Fob” feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to enhance driver

mobility when entering and exiting the vehicle.

• The seat will return to the memorized seat location (if “Personal Settings Linked To Key Fob” is set to on) when

the key fob is used to unlock the door.

Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped

After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort” button on the
touchscreen, the following settings will be available:

Setting Name

Selectable Options

Auto-On Driver Heated/

Ventilated Seat & Steering

Wheel With Vehicle Start

— If Equipped

Off

Remote Start

All Starts

NOTE:

When the “Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat & Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start” feature is selected

the driver’s heated seat and heated steering wheel will automatically turn on when temperatures are below 40° F
(4.4° C). When temperatures are above 80° F (26.7° C), the driver vented seat will turn on.

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Engine Off Options

After pressing the “Engine Off Options” button on the
touchscreen, the following settings will be available:

Setting Name

Selectable Options

Engine Off Power Delay

+

–

NOTE:

When the “Engine Off Power Delay” feature is selected, the power window switches, radio, Uconnect phone

system (if equipped), DVD video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets will remain
active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to OFF. Opening either front door will cancel this feature.

Headlight Off Delay

+

“–

NOTE:

When the “Headlight Off Delay” feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on

for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle.

Trailer Brake

After pressing the “Trailer Brake” button on the touch-
screen, the following settings will be available:

Setting Name

Selectable Options

Trailer Select

Trailer 1

Trailer 2

Trailer 3

Trailer 4

Trailer Brake Type

Light Electric

Heavy Electric

Light EOH

Heavy EOH

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Audio

After pressing the “Audio” button on the touchscreen the
following settings will be available:

Setting Name

Selectable Options

Balance/Fade

Speaker Icon (Arrow Buttons)

C

NOTE:

The “Balance/Fade” feature allows you to adjust the Balance and Fade settings. Press and drag the speaker

icon or use the arrows to adjust, tap the “C” icon to readjust to the center.

Equalizer

+

–

NOTE:

When in the “Equalizer” display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and Treble settings.

Speed Adjusted Vol-

ume

OFF

1

2

3

NOTE:

The “Speed Adjusted Volume” feature increases or decreases volume relative to vehicle speed.

Surround Sound —

If Equipped

On

Off

NOTE:

The “Surround Sound” feature provides simulated surround sound mode.

AUX Volume Offset

— If Equipped

On

Off

NOTE:

The “AUX Volume Offset” feature provides the ability to tune the audio level for portable devices connected

through the AUX input.

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Setting Name

Selectable Options

Loudness — If

Equipped

On

Off

NOTE:

The “Loudness” feature improves sound quality at lower volumes.

Phone/Bluetooth

After pressing the “Phone/Bluetooth” button on the touch-
screen, the following settings will be available:

Setting Name

Selectable Options

Paired Phones

List Of Paired Phones

NOTE:
The “Paired Phones” feature shows which phones are paired to the Phone/Bluetooth system. For further information,
refer to the Uconnect Owner’s Instruction Supplement.

Paired Audio Sources

List Of Paired Audio Sources

NOTE:
The “Paired Audio Sources” feature shows which Audio Sources are paired to the Phone/Bluetooth system. For fur-
ther information, refer to the Uconnect Owner’s Instruction Supplement.

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SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped

After pressing the “SiriusXM Setup” button on the touch-
screen, the following settings will be available:

Setting Name

Selectable Options

Tune Start

On

Off

NOTE:
The “Tune Start” feature begins playing the current song from the beginning when you tune to a music channel using
one of the twelve presets, so you can enjoy the complete song. This feature occurs the first time the preset is selected
during that current song. Tune Start works in the background, so you will not even realize it’s on, except that you
will miss the experience of joining your favorite song with only a few seconds left to play.

Channel Skip

List of Channels

NOTE:
SiriusXM can be programmed to designate a group of channels that are the most desirable to listen to or to exclude
undesirable channels while scanning. This feature allows you to select the channels you would like to skip.

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Setting Name

Selectable Options

Subscription Info

Sirius ID

NOTE:
New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free limited time subscription to SiriusXM Satellite Radio with your
radio. Following the expiration of the free services, it will be necessary to access the information on the Subscription
Information screen to re-subscribe.

1. Press the “Subscription Info” button on the touchscreen to access the Subscription Information screen.

2. Write down the Sirius ID numbers for your receiver. To reactivate your service, either call the number listed on the

screen or visit the provider online.

SiriusXM Travel Link is a separate subscription and is available for U.S. residents only.

Restore Settings

After pressing the “Restore Settings” button on the touch-
screen, the following settings will be available:

Setting Name

Selectable Options

Restore Settings

OK

Cancel

NOTE:
When the “Restore Settings” feature is selected it will reset all settings to their default settings.

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Clear Personal Data

After pressing the “Clear Personal Data” button on the
touchscreen, the following settings will be available:

Setting Name

Selectable Options

Clear Personal Data

OK

Cancel

NOTE:
When the “Clear Personal Data” feature is selected it will remove all personal data including Bluetooth devices and
presets.

System Information

After pressing the “System Information” button on the
touchscreen, the following settings will be available:

Setting Name

Selectable Options

System Information

System Software Information Screen

NOTE:
When the “System Information” feature is selected, a “System Software Information” screen will appear, displaying
the system software version.

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UCONNECT RADIOS — IF EQUIPPED

For detailed information about your Uconnect radio, refer
to your Uconnect Owner’s Instruction Supplement.

IPOD/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED

Located inside the center console upper lid, this feature
allows an iPod or external USB device to be plugged into
the USB port.

iPod control supports the following: iPod/iPod classic,
iPod mini, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, iPod touch, and iPhone
devices. Some iPod software versions may not fully sup-
port the iPod control features. Please visit Apple’s website
for software updates.

For further information, refer to the Uconnect Owner’s
Instruction Supplement or visit UconnectPhone.com.

Center Console USB/AUX Media Hub

1 — USB Port
2— Aux Jack

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STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED

The remote sound system controls are located on the back
surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to
access the switches.

The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a
push-button in the center. Pushing the top of the switch
will increase the volume, and pushing the bottom of the
switch will decrease the volume.

The button located in the center of the right hand control
will switch modes to Radio, CD or other valid audio
sources.

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
listenable station and pushing the bottom of the switch will
SEEK down for the next listenable station.

The button located in the center of the left hand control will
tune to the next pre-set station that you have programmed
in the radio pre-set buttons.

CD Player — If Equipped

Pushing the top of the switch once will go to the next track
on the CD. Pushing the bottom of the switch once will go
to the beginning of the current track or to the beginning of
the previous track if it is within eight seconds after the
current track begins to play.

Remote Sound System Controls (Rearview Of Steering

Wheel)

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If you push the switch up or down twice, it plays the
second track. If you push the switch up or down three
times, it will play the third, etc.

CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE

To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following
precautions:

1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the surface.

2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth,

wiping from center to edge.

3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratching

the disc.

4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners,

or anti-static sprays.

5. Store the disc in its case after playing.

6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight.

7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become

too high.

NOTE:

If you experience difficulty in playing a particular

disc, it may be damaged (e.g., scratched, reflective coating
removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or
have protection encoding. Try a known good disc before
considering disc player service.

RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE DEVICES

Under certain conditions, an “on” mobile device in your
vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your
radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated by
relocating the mobile device antenna. This condition is not
harmful to the radio. If your radio performance does not
satisfactorily “clear” by the repositioning of the antenna, it
is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or
off during mobile device operation when not using
Uconnect (if equipped).

Regulatory And Safety Information

USA/CANADA

Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation

The radiated output power of the internal wireless radio is
far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nev-
ertheless, the wireless radio will be used in such a manner
that the radio is 20 cm or further from the human body.

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The internal wireless radio operates within guidelines
found in radio frequency safety standards and recommen-
dations, which reflect the consensus of the scientific com-
munity.

The radio manufacturer believes the internal wireless radio
is safe for use by consumers. The level of energy emitted is
far less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wire-
less devices such as mobile phones. However, the use of
wireless radios may be restricted in some situations or
environments, such as aboard airplanes. If you are unsure
of restrictions, you are encouraged to ask for authorization
before turning on the wireless radio.

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.

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

cluding interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.

NOTE:

• This equipment has been tested and found to comply

with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer-
ence in a residential installation. This equipment gener-
ates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruc-
tions, may cause harmful interference to radio commu-
nications. However, there is no guarantee that interfer-
ence will not occur in a particular installation.

• If this equipment does cause harmful interference to

radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encour-
aged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:

• Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for

help.

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CLIMATE CONTROLS

The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the
temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating
throughout the vehicle. The controls are located on the
instrument panel below the radio.

Instruction Climate Controls Without A Touchscreen —
If Equipped

The controls for the instruction heating and air conditioning
system in this vehicle consist of a series of outer rotary
dials and inner push knobs. These comfort controls can be
set to obtain desired interior conditions.

Instruction Climate Controls Without A Touchscreen

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