Ram 1500/2500/3500: Operation
The indicator lamps 3 through 6 will illuminate to show the current position of the vehicle. Flashing indicator lamps will show a position which the system is working to achieve. When raising, if multiple indicator lamps are flashing, the highest flashing indicator lamp is the position the system is working to achieve. When lowering, if multiple indicators are flashing, the lowest solid indicator lamp is the position the system is working to achieve.
Pressing the "UP" button once will move the suspension one position higher from the current position, assuming all conditions are met (i.e. key in ON/RUN position, engine running, speed below threshold, etc). The "UP" button can be pressed multiple times, each press will raise the requested level by one position up to a maximum position of OR2 or the highest position allowed based on current conditions (i.e. vehicle speed, etc).
Pressing the "DOWN" button once will move the suspension one position lower from the current level, assuming all conditions are met (i.e. key in ON/RUN position, engine running, doors closed, speed below threshold, etc). The "DOWN" button can be pressed multiple times, each press will lower the requested level by one position down to a minimum of Entry/Exit Mode or the lowest position allowed based on current conditions (i.e. vehicle speed, etc.)
Automatic height changes will occur based on vehicle speed and the current vehicle height. The indicator lamps and EVIC messages will operate the same for automatic changes and user requested changes.
- Off-Road 2 (OR2) - Indicator lamps 3, 4, 5 and 6 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in OR2.
- Off-Road 1 (OR1) - Indicator lamps 3, 4 and 5 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in OR1.
- Normal Ride Height (NRH)/Aero Mode - Indicator lamps 3 and 4 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in this position.
- Entry/Exit Mode - Indicator lamp 3 will be illuminated
when the vehicle is in Entry Exit Mode. Entry/
Exit mode can be requested up to 33 mph (53 km/h).
If vehicle speed is reduced to, and kept below, 15 mph (24 km/h) indicator lamp 4 will flash and indicator lamp 3 will remain solid until Entry/Exit Mode is achieved at which point indicator lamp 4 will turn off.
- Transport Mode - No indicator lamps will be illuminated.
Transport Mode is disabled by driving the vehicle.
- Tire/Jack Mode - indicator lamps 3 and 6 will be illuminated. Tire/Jack Mode is disabled by driving the vehicle.
- Wheel Alignment Mode - indicator lamps 3 and 4 will be illuminated. Wheel Alignment Mode is disabled by driving the vehicle.
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Description
The air suspension system is a rear leveling ride height
system. The main purpose of this system is to maintain
the truck's rear ride height level.
Rear Leveling Ride Height Switch
Normal Ride Height
Air Suspension Modes
The Air Suspension system has multiple modes to protect
the system in unique situations:
Tire/Jack Mode
To assist with changing a spare tire, the air suspension
system has a feature which allows the a
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Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with emergency tow
hooks.
NOTE: For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use
both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of
damage to the vehicle.
WARNING!
Do not use a chain for freeing a stuck vehicle.
Chains may break, causing serious injury or death.
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Crossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High
Points)
While driving off road, you will encounter many types of
terrain. These varying types of terrain bring different
types of obstacles. Before proceeding review the path
ahead to determine the correct approach and your ability
to safely recover the vehicle if something goes wrong.
Keeping a firm grip
