Ram 1500/2500/3500: 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 automatic leveling to be disabled. This mode is intended to be used with engine running. Refer to "Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)" in "Understanding Your Instrument Panel" for further information.
NOTE: This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
Transport Mode
To assist with flat bed towing, the air suspension system has a feature which will put the vehicle below Normal Ride Height (NRH) and disable the automatic load leveling system. This mode is intended to be used with engine running. Refer to "Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)" in "Understanding Your Instrument Panel" for further information.
NOTE: This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
Wheel Alignment Mode
Before performing a wheel alignment this mode must be enabled. Refer to "Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)" in "Understanding Your Instrument Panel" for further information.
NOTE: This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
Protection Mode
In order to "protect" the air suspension system, the vehicle will enter Protection Mode when load leveling cannot be achieved. Some driving may be required to clear the protection mode telltale in the EVIC. Refer to "Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)" in "Understanding Your Instrument Panel" for further information.
NOTE: If equipped with a touch screen radio all enabling/disabling of air suspension features must be done through the radio. Refer to "Uconnect Settings" in "Understanding Your Instrument Panel" for further information.
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display Messages
When the appropriate conditions exist, a message will appear in the EVIC display. Refer to "Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)" in "Understanding Your Instrument Panel" for further information.
An audible chime will be heard whenever a system error has been detected.
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Operation
Pushing the Trailer Mode button once, while at Normal
Ride Height (NRH) will lower the vehicle to trailer level.
NOTE: The LED will continuously blink until vehicle
trailer level that been achieved.
Axle Locker System - Power Wagon Models Only (If Equipped)
This vehicle is equipped with electronically locking front
and rear differentials. These differentials, when engaged,
mechanically lock together the axle shafts forcing the
wheels to spin at an equal
Stabilizer/Sway Bar System - Power Wagon Only
Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic disconnecting
stabilizer/sway bar. This system allows greater front
suspension travel in off-road situations.
Due to the use of taller springs, this vehicl
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Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Five-Position
Switch) (1) - If Equipped
This is an electronic shift transfer case and is operated by
the 4WD Control Switch (Transfer Case Switch), which is
located on the instrument panel.
Transfer Case Switch (Five-Position)
This electronically shifted transfer case provides five
mode positions:
Two-wheel drive high range (2WD)
Four
Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
HomeLink replaces up to three hand-held transmitters
that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized
gates, lighting or home security systems. The
HomeLink unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt
battery.
The HomeLink buttons that are located in the overhead
console designate the three
