Ram 1500/2500/3500: Automatic Mode
The Stop/Start feature is enabled after every normal customer engine start. It will remain in STOP/START NOT READY until you drive forward with a vehicle speed greater than 5 mph (8 km/h). At that time, the system will go into STOP/START READY and if all other conditions are met, can go into an STOP/START AUTO STOP ACTIVE "Autostop" mode.
To Activate The Autostop Mode, The Following Must Occur:
1. The system must be in STOP/START READY state. A STOP/START READY message will be displayed in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) within the Stop/Start section. Refer to "Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)" in "Understanding Your Instrument Panel" for further information.
2. The vehicle must be completely stopped.
3. The transmission Gear Selector must be in Drive and the brake pedal depressed.
The engine will shut down, the tachometer will move to the zero position and the stop/start telltale will illuminate indicating you are in an Autostop. While in an Autostop, the Climate Controls system may automatically adjust airflow to maintain cabin comfort. Customer settings will be maintained upon return to an engine running condition.
Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not AUTO STOP
Prior to engine shut down, the system will check many safety and comfort conditions to see if they are fulfilled.
In following situations the engine will not stop:
- Driver's seat belt is not buckled
- Driver's door is not closed
- Outside temperature is less than 1ºF (-17ºC) or greater than 104ºF (40ºC)
- Battery temperature too warm or cold
- The vehicle is on a steep grade
- Cabin heating or cooling is in process and an acceptable cabin temperature has not been achieved
- HVAC is set to full defrost mode at a high blower speed
- Engine has not reached normal operating temperature
- Battery discharged
- The transmission is not in DRIVE
- Hood is open
- Vehicle is in 4LO transfer case mode
Other factors which can inhibit AutoStop include: fuel level, accelerator pedal input, engine temp too high and steering angle.
It may be possible for the vehicle to be driven several times without the STOP/START system going into a STOP/START READY state under more extreme conditions of the items listed above.
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To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode
While in DRIVE the engine will start when the brake
pedal is released or the throttle pedal is depressed. The
transmission will automatically reengage upon engine restart. During this
transition the
To Manually Turn Off The Stop Start System
1. Press the STOP/START Off switch (located on the
switch bank). The light on the switch will illuminate.
STOP/START OFF Switch
2. The STOP/START OFF message will appear in Electronic
Vehicle Informa
Engine Block Heater - If Equipped
The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits
quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a
standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a
grounded, three-wire extension cord.
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Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
ridin
Driving Through Water
Extreme care should be taken crossing any type of water.
Water crossings should be avoided if possible and only
be attempted when necessary, in a safe responsible
manner. You should only drive through areas which are
designated and approved. You should tread lightly and
avoid damage to the environm
