Base Instrument Cluster Descriptions; Highline Instrument Cluster - RAM 1500 2025 Owner's Manual

100 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
B I C D
ASE NSTRUMENT LUSTER
1. Tachometer
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Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per
minute (RPM x 1000).
2. Voltmeter
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When the vehicle is in the RUN state, the
gauge indicates the electrical system voltage.
The pointer should stay within the normal range
if the battery is charged. If the pointer moves to
either extreme left or right and remains there
during normal driving, the electrical system
should be serviced.
NOTE:
In vehicles equipped with Stop/Start, a reduced
voltage may be present during an Autostop.
3. Instrument Cluster Display
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When the appropriate conditions exist, this
display shows the instrument cluster display
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messages page 104.
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The display always shows one of the main menu
items after ignition on.
4. Oil Pressure Gauge
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The pointer should always indicate the oil
pressure when the engine is running. A
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continuous high or low reading under normal
driving conditions may indicate a lubrication
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system malfunction. Immediate service should
be obtained from an authorized dealer.
NOTE:
In vehicles equipped with Stop/Start, an oil
pressure indication of zero is normal during an
Autostop.
5. Speedometer
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Indicates vehicle speed.
6. Temperature Gauge
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The pointer shows engine coolant temperature.
The pointer positioned within the normal range
indicates that the engine cooling system is
operating satisfactorily.
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The pointer will likely indicate a higher
temperature when driving in hot weather, up
mountain grades, or when towing a trailer. It
should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits
of the normal operating range.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You
or others could be badly burned by steam
or boiling coolant. You may want to call an
authorized dealer for service if your vehicle
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overheats page 315.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system
could damage your vehicle. If the temperature
gauge reads "H," pull over and stop
the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the pointer drops
back into the normal range. If the pointer
remains on the "H," turn the engine off
immediately and call an authorized dealer for
service.
7. Fuel Gauge
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The pointer shows the level of fuel in the
fuel tank when the ignition is in the ON/RUN
position.
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The fuel pump symbol points to the
side of the vehicle where the fuel
door is located.