2024 RAM 4500 Chassis Cab Lights and Wipers Instructions

The 2024 RAM 4500 Chassis Cab has cutting-edge lighting and wiper systems that raise the bar for safety and sight. The carefully thought-out lighting features make sure that the car is well-lit in all kinds of weather, improving both its looks and its usefulness. The innovative lighting system of the 2024 RAM 4500 Chassis Cab gives it a clear and commanding appearance whether it’s driving on well-lit roads or difficult terrain. Also, the wiper system has been carefully designed to work at its best, so the windshield will stay clean even when the weather is bad. The intuitive control panel makes it easy for drivers to use and adjust these features, making the driving experience smooth and safe. The 2024 RAM 4500 Chassis Cab makes it easier and more stylish than ever to stay in charge of your surroundings.

EXTERIOR LIGHTS

HEADLIGHT SWITCH

The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. This switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, automatic headlights (if equipped), instrument panel light dimming, cargo light/rear guidance lights (if equipped), and fog lights (if equipped).
NOTE:
The forward utility lights and rear guidance lights can also be controlled from the switch on the driver’s door trim panel.

Headlight Switch

1. Rotate Headlight Control
2. Push Fog Light Switch
3. Ambient Light Dimmer Control
4. Instrument Panel Dimmer Control
5. Push Cargo Light Switch

Headlight Switch (Vehicles Sold In Canada)

1. Rotate Headlight Control
2. Push Fog Light Switch
3. Ambient Light Dimmer Control
4. Instrument Panel Dimmer Control
5. Push Cargo Light Switch

NOTE:
Vehicles sold in Canada are equipped with a headlight switch with an AUTO and ON detent but without an OFF detent. Headlights will be deactivated when the headlight switch is placed in the parking light’s position. However, the Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) will be activated along with the front and rear marker lights. The DRLs may be deactivated when the parking brake is engaged.
To turn on the headlights, rotate the headlight switch clockwise. When the headlight switch is on, the parking lights, taillights, license plate lights, and instrument panel lights are also turned on. To turn off the headlights, rotate the headlight switch back to the O (off) position.

NOTE:
For vehicles sold in Canada, rotate the headlight switch clockwise from the parking lights and instrument panel lights position to the first detent to turn on headlights, parking lights, and instrument panel lights. Rotate the headlight switch to the second detent for the AUTO position.

MULTIFUNCTION LEVER

The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column.
Multifunction Lever

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRLS)

The Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) come on whenever the engine is running, and the low beams are not on. The lights will remain on until the ignition is placed in the OFF or ACC position, or the parking brake is engaged.
NOTE:

• For vehicles sold in Canada, the Daytime Running Lights will automatically deactivate when the front fog lights are turned on.
• If allowed by law in the country in which the vehicle was purchased, the Daytime Running Lights can be turned on and off using the Uconnect system
• On some vehicles, the Daytime Running Lights may deactivate, or reduce intensity, on one side of the vehicle (when a turn signal is activated on that side), or on both sides of the vehicle (when the hazard warning lights are activated).

HIGH/LOW BEAM SWITCH

Push the multifunction lever toward the instrument panel to switch the headlights to a high beam. Pulling the multifunction lever back toward the steering wheel will turn the low beams back on.

AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM HEADLAMP CONTROL —IF EQUIPPED

The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control system provides increased forward lighting at night by automating high beam control through the use of a camera mounted on the inside rearview mirror or a windshield-mounted camera. These cameras detect vehicle-specific light and automatically switch from high beams to low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view.
NOTE:

• The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control can be turned on or off by selecting “ON” under “Auto Dim High Beams” within your Uconnect Settings
  page 165, as well as turning the headlight switch to the AUTO position.
• Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights and tail lights of vehicles in the field of view will cause headlights to remain on longer (closer to the vehicle). Also, dirt, film, and other obstructions on the windshield or camera lens will cause the system to function improperly.
• If the windshield or Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control mirror is replaced, the mirror must be re-aimed to ensure proper performance. See a local authorized dealer.
• To opt out of the Automatic High-Beam Sensitivity Control (default) and enter Reduced High-Beam Sensitivity Control (not recommended), toggle the multifunction lever six full on/off cycles within 10 seconds of ignition ON. The system will return to the default setting when the ignition is placed in the OFF position.

FLASH-TO-PASS

You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This will cause the high-beam headlights to turn on, and remain on until the lever is released.

AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS — IF EQUIPPED

This system automatically turns your headlights on or off based on ambient light levels. To turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch to the AUTO position.
When the system is on, the Headlight Delay feature is also on. This means the headlights will stay on for up to 90 seconds after you place the ignition into the OFF position. To turn the automatic headlights off, turn the headlight switch out of the AUTO position.
NOTE:
The engine must be running before the headlights will come on in the Automatic mode.

DIRECTIONAL LED HEADLAMP SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED

This is a system consisting of LED (low/high beam) headlights that incorporate dynamic cornering with a 5-degree inboard/15-degree outboard swivel. The headlights continuously and automatically adapt to the driving conditions around bends or when cornering based on the steering wheel angle. The system directs the headlights to light up the road in the best way, taking into account the speed of the vehicle and the bend or corner angle, as well as the speed of the vehicle while the steering wheel is being turned.
The adaptive lights are automatically activated when the vehicle is traveling above approximately 5 mph (8 km/h). This system can be turned on/off through the Uconnect Settings under “Steering Directed Lights”

PARKING LIGHTS

To turn on the parking lights and instrument panel lights, rotate the headlight switch clockwise. To turn off the parking lights, rotate the headlight switch back to the O (off) position.
NOTE:
Vehicles sold in Canada are equipped with a headlight switch with an AUTO and ON detent but without an OFF detent. Headlights will be deactivated when the headlight switch is placed in the parking light’s position. However, the Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) will be activated along with the front and rear marker lights. The DRLs may be deactivated when the parking brake is engaged.

HEADLIGHTS ON WITH WIPERS

If your vehicle is equipped with Automatic Headlights, it also has this customer-programmable feature. When your headlights are in automatic mode and the engine is running, they will automatically turn on when the wiper system is on. This feature is programmable through the Uconnect system.
If your vehicle is equipped with the Rain Sensing Wiper system page 49, and it is activated, the headlights will automatically turn on after the wipers complete five wipe cycles within approximately one minute. They will turn off approximately four minutes after the wipers completely stop.
NOTE:
When your headlights come on during the daytime, the instrument panel lights will automatically dim to the lower nighttime intensity.

HEADLIGHT DELAY

To assist when exiting the vehicle, the headlight delay feature will leave the headlights on for up to 90 seconds. This delay is initiated when the ignition is placed in the OFF position while the headlight switch is on, and then the headlight switch is cycled off. Headlight delay can be canceled by either turning the headlight switch on and then off or by placing the ignition in the ON position.
NOTE:

• This feature can be programmed through the Uconnect system page.
• The headlight delay feature is automatically activated if the headlight switch is left in the AUTO position when the ignition is placed in the OFF position.

LIGHTS-ON REMINDER

If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left on after the ignition is placed in the OFF position, a chime will sound and a message will appear in the instrument cluster display when the driver’s door is opened.

FRONT FOG LIGHTS — IF EQUIPPED

To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking lights or low beam headlights and push the fog light switch located within the headlight switch. Pushing the fog light switch a second time will turn the front fog lights off.
Fog Light Switch

Fog Light Switch (Vehicles Sold In Canada Only)

TURN SIGNALS

Move the multifunction lever up or down to activate the turn signals. The arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation.
NOTE:
If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light bulb.

LANE CHANGE ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED

Lightly push the multifunction lever up or down, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal will flash three times then automatically turn off.
NOTE:
For information on Turn Signal Activated Blind Spot Assist

CARGO LIGHTS/REAR GUIDANCE LIGHTS — IF EQUIPPED

The cargo lights (if equipped) and rear guidance lights (if equipped) are turned on by pushing the cargo lights button located on the lower half of the headlight switch.

Cargo Lights Button On Headlight Switch

Cargo Lights Button (Vehicles Sold In Canada Only)

The cargo lights will turn on for approximately 60 seconds when a key fob unlock button is pushed, as part of the Illuminated Entry feature.
When these lights are activated using the button on the headlight switch, the rear guidance lights will remain illuminated when the vehicle transmission is in PARK, NEUTRAL, or REVERSE. The rear guidance lights will turn off when the vehicle transmission is placed in DRIVE.

BATTERY SAVER

Timers are set to both the interior and exterior lights to protect the life of your vehicle’s battery. If the ignition is OFF, the interior lights will automatically turn off when:

• Any door is left ajar for 10 minutes.
• The Dome Defeat button is pushed.
• The cargo and rear guidance lights are manually activated by the headlight switch.

NOTE:
Battery saver mode is canceled if the ignition is ON. If the headlights remain on while the ignition is placed in the OFF position, the exterior lights will automatically turn off after eight minutes. If the headlights are turned on and left on for eight minutes while the ignition is OFF, the exterior lights will automatically turn off.

INTERIOR LIGHTS

COURTESY LIGHTS

The courtesy, dome, and cargo lights are turned on when any door is opened or the Dome On button is pushed on the overhead console. Also, if your vehicle is equipped with a Remote Keyless Entry, and the unlock button is pushed on the key fob, the courtesy, dome, and cargo lights will turn on.

Courtesy/Reading Lights

The overhead console lights can also be operated individually as reading lights by pushing the corresponding buttons.

Front Courtesy/Reading Lights

1. Driver’s Reading Light On/Off Button
2.  Dome Off Button
3.  Dome On Button
4. Passenger’s Reading Light On/Off Button

Front Courtesy/Reading Lights

1. Driver’s Reading Light On/Off Button
2. Dome Off Button
3. Passenger’s Reading Light On/Off Button
4. Dome On Button

NOTE:
On vehicles equipped with an LED overhead console, if both the Dome On and Dome Off buttons are pushed, the Illuminated Entry with door ajar feature will be disabled, but the Dome Lights inside the vehicle will turn on.
Three types of Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights are available for your vehicle:

• Push button on/off
• Push lens on/off
• No on/off button, just Courtesy Light

NOTE:
The Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights will remain on until the switch is pushed a second time, so be sure they have been turned off before exiting the vehicle. If the interior lights are left on after the ignition is turned off, they will automatically turn off after 10 minutes.

Dimmer Controls

The dimmer controls are inboard and adjacent to the headlight switch located on the left side of the instrument panel.

Dimmer Controls

1. Ambient Light Control (If Equipped)
2. Instrument Panel Dimmer Control

Dimmer Controls (Vehicles Sold In Canada Only)

1. Ambient Light Control (If Equipped)
2. Instrument Panel Dimmer Control

With the parking lights or headlights on, rotating the instrument panel dimmer control upward will increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights. Rotating the ambient dimmer control will adjust the interior and ambient light levels when the headlights are on.
Dimming Of The Uconnect Touchscreen The brightness of the Uconnect touchscreen can be dimmed using the instrument panel dimmer control when the parking lights or headlights are on. When Display Mode is set to Auto within the Uconnect system, the brightness will automatically adjust from daytime intensity to nighttime intensity (and vice versa) based on ambient light levels outside of the vehicle.

NOTE:
The brightness of the Uconnect touchscreen cannot be adjusted when the instrument panel dimmer control is rotated to the uppermost detent, even when Display Mode is set to Auto within the Uconnect Settings.
When Display Mode is set to Manual, the brightness of the Uconnect touchscreen will adjust to the set brightness (1 – 6) when the headlights are either on or off. For more information on these Uconnect Settings

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS

The windshield wiper/washer controls are located on the multifunction lever on the left side of the steering column. The front wipers are operated by rotating a switch, located on the end of the lever.

Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever

1. Push End Inward (Hold For Washer Or Short Press For Mist)
2. Rotate For Front Wiper Operation

WINDSHIELD WIPER OPERATION

Rotate the end of the lever upward, to the first detent past the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper operation. Rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent past the intermittent settings for high-speed wiper operation.
Intermittent Wipers
The intermittent feature of this system was designed for use when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause between cycles, desirable. For maximum delay between cycles, rotate the control knob upward to the first detent.
The delay interval decreases as you rotate the knob until it enters the low continual speed position. The delay can be regulated from a maximum of about
18 seconds between cycles, to a cycle every one second. The delay intervals will double in duration when the vehicle speed is 10 mph (16 km/h) or less.
Windshield Washers
To use the windshield washer, push the washer knob, located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to the second detent. Washer fluid will be sprayed and the wipers will operate for two to three cycles after the washer knob is released from this position.
If the washer knob is pushed while in the delay range, the wipers will operate for several seconds after the washer knob is released. It will then resume the intermittent interval previously selected. If the washer knob is pushed while in the off position, the wipers will turn on and cycle approximately three times after the washer knob is released.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This rating information can be found on most washer fluid containers.

WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to a collision. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before and during windshield washer use.

Mist
When a single wipe to clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle is needed, push the washer knob, located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to the first detent and release. The wipers will cycle one time and automatically shut off.
NOTE:
The mist feature does not activate the washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield. The washer function must be used in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid.
For information on wiper care and replacement, see

RAIN SENSING WIPERS — IF EQUIPPED

This feature senses rain or snowfall on the windshield and automatically activates the wipers. Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to one of five detent positions to activate this feature.
The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with the multifunction lever. Wiper delay position 1 is the least sensitive, and wiper delay position 5 is the most sensitive. Position 3 should be used for normal rain conditions. Positions 1 and 2 can be used if the driver desires less wiper sensitivity. Positions 4 and 5 can be used if the driver desires more sensitivity. Place the wiper switch in the O (off) position when not using the system.

NOTE:

• The rain-sensing feature will not operate when the wiper switch is in the low or high-speed position.
• The Rain Sensing feature may not function properly when ice or dried salt water is present on the windshield.
• The use of products containing wax or silicone may reduce rain-sensing performance.
• The Rain Sensing feature can be turned on and off

The Rain Sensing system has protection features for the wiper blades and arms, and will not operate under the following conditions:

• Low Ambient Temperature — When the ignition is first placed in the ON position, the Rain Sensing system will not operate until the wiper switch is moved, the vehicle speed is greater than 0 mph
  (0 km/h), or the outside temperature is greater than 32°F (0°C).
• Transmission In NEUTRAL Position — When the ignition is ON, and the transmission is in the NEUTRAL position, the Rain Sensing system will not operate until the wiper switch is moved, the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), or the gear selector is moved out of the NEUTRAL position.
• Remote Start Mode Inhibit — On vehicles equipped with the Remote Start system, rain-sensing wipers are not operational when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode. Once the operator is in the vehicle and has placed the ignition switch in the RUN position, Rain Sensing wiper operation can resume, if it has been selected, and no other inhibit conditions (mentioned previously) exist.

 

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