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2021 RAM 2500 Owners Manual - REMOTE START— IF EQUIPPED (DIESEL)



REMOTE START— IF EQUIPPED (DIESEL)

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).

Remote Start is used to defrost windows in cold weather, and to reach a comfortable climate in all ambient conditions before the driver enters the vehicle.

 

Obstructions between the vehicle and the key fob may reduce this range.
The Remote Start system will wait for the Wait To Start Indicator Light to extinguish before cranking the engine. This allows time for the engine pre-heat cycle to pre-heat the cylinder air, and is normal in cold weather. For further information on the Wait To Start Indicator Light and the pre-heat cycle, see page 132.

HOW TO USE REMOTE START

Push and release the Remote Start button on the key fob twice within five seconds. The vehicle doors will lock, the parking lights will flash, and the horn will chirp twice (if programmed). Then, the engine will start, and the vehicle will remain in the Remote Start mode for a 15 minute cycle.

Pushing the Remote Start button a third time shuts the engine off.

To drive the vehicle, push the unlock button, insert the key into the ignition, and turn to the ON/RUN position.

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 pressed)
Battery at an acceptable charge level
PANIC button not pushed
Fuel meets minimum requirement
Water In Fuel Indicator Light is not illumi- nated
Wait To Start Indicator Light is not illuminated
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is not illumi- nated

For additional functions of the Remote Start system, see page 23

 

 


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