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Dodge 2005 DH Ram Owner's Manual (448 pages)

Dodge 2005 Ram Diesel Truck Owner's Manual

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Table of Contents
1
Introduction
1
Introduction
4
A Message from Daimlerchrysler Corporation
5
How to Use this Manual
5
Warnings and Cautions
6
Van Conversions/Campers
6
Vehicle Identification Number
7
Vehicle Modifications / Alterations
8
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 9
11
A Word about Your Keys
11
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
11
Sentry Key - if Equipped
11
12 Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
12
Ignition and Steering Lock
14
Manual Transmissions
14
Automatic Transmissions
15
Door Key
16
Door Locks
16
Manual Locks
16
Power Door Locks - if Equipped
17
Child Protection Door Lock
21
Remote Keyless Entry - if Equipped
22
To Unlock the Doors
23
To Lock the Doors
24
Using the Panic Alarm
25
Programming Additional Transmitters
26
General Information
27
Transmitter Battery Service
28
Security Alarm System - if Equipped
29
Rearming of the System
29
To Set the Alarm
29
To Disarm the System
30
Windows
31
Power Windows-If Equipped
31
Sliding Rear Window-If Equipped
32
Wind Buffeting
33
Occupant Restraints
33
Lap/Shoulder Belts
34
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
41
Automatic Locking Mode (if Equipped)
42
Center Lap Belts
42
Seat Belt Pretensioners
43
Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (Beltalert)
43
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women
45
Seat Belt Extender
45
Driver and Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)-Airbag
45
Child Restraint
56
New Engine Break-In
67
Safety Tips
68
Transporting Passengers
68
Lock Your Vehicle
69
Exhaust Gas
69
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle
70
Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the
70
78 Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
78
Mirrors
78
Inside Mirror
78
Automatic Dimming Mirror- if Equipped
79
Outside Mirrors
79
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature
80
Electronic Power Mirrors - if Equipped
80
Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heated Sideview Mirrors - if Equipped
81
Trailer Towing Mirrors - if Equipped
81
Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect™) - if Equipped
83
Operation
85
Phone Call Features
91
Uconnect™ System Features
94
Advanced Phone Connectivity
98
Things You Should Know about Your Uconnect™ System
100
Seats
106
40-20-40 Front Seat
107
Reclining Seats
108
Adjustable Head Restraints
108
Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment - if Equipped
109
Power Seats - if Equipped
110
Heated Seats - if Equipped
112
To Open and Close the Hood
113
Lights
114
Interior Lights
114
Battery Saver
115
Headlamp Delay - if Equipped
116
Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights
116
Daytime Running Lights (Canada and Fleet Vehicles Only)
117
Lights-On Reminder
117
Fog Lights - if Equipped
117
Cargo Light
118
Multifunction Control Lever
118
Turn Signals
118
Passing Light
119
High Beam / Low Beam Select Switch
119
Windshield Wipers
120
Windshield Washers
121
Tilt Steering Column
122
Driver Adjustable Pedals - if Equipped
123
Adjustment
123
Electronic Speed Control - if Equipped
124
To Activate
124
To Set at a Desired Speed
125
To Deactivate
125
To Resume Speed
125
To Vary the Speed Setting
125
To Accelerate for Passing
126
Overhead Console- if Equipped
127
Courtesy/Reading Lights
127
Overhead Console with Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer - if Equipped
128
US/M Button
128
Reset Button
129
Global Reset
129
Step Button
129
Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)
130
Distance to Empty (DTE)
130
Trip Odometer (ODO)
131
Elapsed Time (ET)
131
C/T Button
131
Automatic Compass Calibration
132
Manual Compass Calibration
132
Recalibrating the Compass
132
Outside Temperature
134
Garage Door Opener - if Equipped
134
Programming Homelink
136
Canadian Programming/Gate Programming
138
Using Homelink
139
Erasing Homelink Buttons
139
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
140
Security
140
Power Sunroof - if Equipped
140
Opening Sunroof - Express
141
Closing Sunroof - Express
141
Pinch Protect Feature
141
Pinch Protect Override
142
Venting Sunroof - Express
142
Sunshade Operation
142
Wind Buffeting
142
Sunroof Maintenance
143
Ignition off Operation
143
Sunroof Fully Closed
143
Electrical Power Outlets
143
Cigar Lighter and Ash Receiver
144
Cupholders
145
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders - Automatic Transmission Only
145
Rear Cupholder - Quad Cab - if Equipped
146
Storage
147
Center Storage Compartment - if Equipped
147
Storage and Seats - if Equipped
148
Fold Flat Load Floor - if Equipped
148
Pickup Box
151
Slide-In Campers
153
Camper Applications
153
Easy-Off Tailgate
153
Understanding Your Instrument Panel
157
160 Understanding Your Instrument Panel
160
Instruments and Controls
160
Instrument Cluster
161
Instrument Cluster Description
162
Electronic Digital Clock
170
Clock Setting Procedure
170
Sales Code RBB-AM/FM Stereo Radio with Cassette Tape Player and CD Changer Capability
170
Radio Operation
171
Mode Button
173
Scan Button (Radio Mode)
173
Cassette Player Features
173
CD Changer Control Capability - if Equipped
175
Sales Code RAZ-AM/ FM Stereo Radio with Cassette Tape Player, CD Player and CD Changer Controls
177
Operating Instructions - Radio
177
Power Switch, Volume Control
177
Seek Button (Radio Mode)
177
Tuning
177
Radio Data System (RDS)
178
PTY (Program Type) Button
178
Balance
180
Fade
180
Tone Control
180
AM/FM Selection
180
Scan Button
180
To Set the Radio Push-Button Memory
181
To Change from Clock to Radio Mode
181
Operating Instructions - Tape Player
181
Seek Button
181
Fast Forward (FF)
182
Rewind (RW)
182
Tape Eject
182
Scan Button
182
Changing Tape Direction
182
Metal Tape Selection
182
Pinch Roller Release
183
Noise Reduction
183
Operating Instructions - CD Player
183
Inserting the Compact Disc
183
Seek Button
184
EJT CD (Eject) Button
184
Ff/Tune/Rw
185
Program Button 4 (Random Play)
185
Mode
185
Tape CD Button
185
Time Button
186
Scan Button
186
CD Changer Control Capability - if Equipped
186
Sales Code RBK-AM/ FM Stereo Radio with CD Player and CD Changer Controls
187
Radio Operation
187
CD Player Operation
190
CD Changer Control Capability - if Equipped
191
Sales Code RBQ-AM/FM Stereo Radio with 6 - Disc CD Changer
193
Radio Operation
193
CD Player Operation
196
Remote Sound System Controls - if Equipped
201
Radio Operation
201
Tape Player
202
CD Player
202
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance
202
Compact Disc Maintenance
203
Radio Operation and Cellular Phones
204
Climate Controls
204
Heater Only - Fleet Vehicles
205
Air Conditioning-If Equipped
207
Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heated Sideview Mirrors - if Equipped
210
Air Conditioning with Dual Zone Temperature Control - if Equipped
211
Operating Tips
215
Operating Tips Chart
217
Starting and Operating
222
Ignition/Starter Switch
223
Lock
223
Off
223
Start
223
Acc
224
Manual Transmission Key Release Button
224
Key Reminder
224
Starting Procedures
224
Starting and Operating 225
225
Normal Starting Procedure - Engine Manifold Airtemperature above 66°F (19°C)
225
Starting Procedure - Engine Manifold Air
226
Temperature below 66°F (19°C)
226
Starting Fluids
229
Normal Operation
230
Cold Weather Precautions
231
Engine Idling - in Cold Weather
233
Stopping the Engine
234
Engine Speed Control
235
Operating Precautions
235
Cooling System Tips - Automatic Transmission
236
Transmission Shifting
237
Automatic Transmission with Overdrive- if Equipped
237
Manual Transmission - 6-Speed - if Equipped
241
Four-Wheel- Drive Operation - if Equipped
243
Manually Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions
243
Shifting Procedure - Manually Shifted Transfer Case
246
Transfer Case Reminder Light
247
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions
247
Shifting Procedure - Electronically Shifted Transfer Case
251
Limited-Slip Differential - if Equipped
254
Parking Brake
255
Brake System
256
Brake Noise
257
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System
257
Power Steering
259
Tire Safety Information
260
Tire Markings
260
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
263
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
264
Tires-General Information
268
Tire Pressure
268
Tire Inflation Pressures
269
Radial-Ply Tires
271
Compact Spare Tire - if Equipped
272
Limited Use Spare - if Equipped
273
Tire Spinning
273
Tread Wear Indicators
274
Replacement Tires
275
Alignment and Balance
276
Supplemental Tire Pressure Information
276
Tire Chains
276
Snow Tires
278
Tire Rotation Recommendations
279
Dual Rear Wheels
280
Engine Runaway
281
Fuel Requirements
281
Adding Fuel
282
Bulk Fuel Storage
284
Fuel Specifications
284
Vehicle Loading
286
Certification Label
286
Trailer Towing
289
Definitions
289
Gross Combination Weight Rating (Gcwr)
289
Axle Lubricant and Trailer Towing
291
Trailer Towing Recommendations
291
Trailer Towing - Hitches
292
Connecting Trailer Lighting and Electric Trailer Brakes
293
Trailer Weight and Trailer Tongue Weight
294
Trailer Towing Information (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
295
Trailer Towing Mirrors - if Equipped
296
Cooling System Tips - Trailer Towing
297
Automatic Transmission Oil Temperature Warning Light
298
Towing with an Automatic Transmission
298
Snowplow
298
Before Plowing
299
Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability
299
Over the Road Operation with Snowplow Attached
300
Methods for Removing Snow
301
Operating Tips
301
General Maintenance
301
Recreational Towing - 4 Wheel Drive Vehicles (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
302
Recreational Towing - 2 Wheel Drive Models
302
Recreational Towing Procedure - Manual Shift Transfer Case - if Equipped
303
Returning to Normal Operation - Manual Shift Transfer Case
305
Recreational Towing Procedure - Electronic
306
Shift Transfer Case - if Equipped
306
Returning to Normal Operation - Electronic Shift Transfer Case
308
Driving Off-Road
310
Traction
311
Engine Data Plate
311
314 What to Do in Emergencies
314
Hazard Warning Lights
314
Adding Fuel - 24-Valve Cummins Turbo Diesel
315
Jack Location
316
All Models
316
Changing a Flat Tire
317
Removing the Spare Tire
317
Tire Changing Procedure
318
Hoisting
327
Jump-Starting
327
With Portable Starting Unit
330
Freeing a Stuck Vehicle
331
Emergency Tow Hooks - if Equipped
331
Towing a Disabled Vehicle
332
4-Wheel- Drive Vehicles
332
2-Wheel- Drive Vehicles
333
338 Maintaining Your Vehicle
338
Engine Compartment
338
5.9L Ho Cummins Turbo Diesel
338
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
339
Replacement Parts
339
Dealer Service
340
Service Information
340
Maintenance Procedures
343
Engine Oil
343
Drive Belt
348
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
349
Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter
351
Maintenance Free Batteries
354
Air Conditioner Maintenance
355
Power Steering - Fluid Check
356
Front Suspension Ball Joints
357
Steering Linkage - Inspection
357
Front Prop Shaft Lubrication
358
Front Axle Universal Drive Joints and Pivot Bearings
358
Body Lubrication
358
Windshield Wiper Blades
359
Windshield Washers
359
Exhaust System
360
Maintenance Schedules
361
Cooling System
361
Fan
365
Charge Air Cooler (Inter-Cooler)
365
Hoses and Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
366
Brake System
366
Clutch Linkage
368
Clutch Hydraulic System
369
Rear Axle and 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
369
Transfer Case - if Equipped
370
Manual Transmission - if Equipped
370
Automatic Transmission
370
Front Wheel Bearings
373
Selection of Lubricating Grease
373
Noise Control System Required Maintenance & Warranty
374
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
379
Fuse and Relay Center
383
Vehicle Storage
384
Replacement Light Bulbs
384
Bulb Replacement
385
Headlight (Halogen)/Front Park and Turn Lights
385
Tail, Stop, Turn and Backup Lights
389
Center High-Mounted Stoplight with Cargo Light
391
Cab Top Clearance Lights - if Equipped
393
Tailgate ID Lights (Dual Rear Wheels)
394
Side Marker Lights (Dual Rear Wheels)
396
Fog Lights
396
Fluid Capacities
397
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
398
Engine
398
Chassis
399
Maintenance Schedules
401
Emission Control System Maintenance
402
Turbo Diesel
402
Schedule "B" 405
405
Schedule "A
416
If You Need Consumer Assistance
423
Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle
424
Prepare for the Appointment
424
Prepare a List
424
Be Reasonable with Requests
424
If You Need Assistance
424
Warranty Information
426
Mopar Parts
428
Reporting Safety Defects
428
In Canada
428
Publication Order Forms
429

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