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Dodge 2007 DH Ram Owner's Manual (496 pages)

Dodge 2007 Ram Diesel Automobile Owner's Manual

Brand: Dodge | Category: Automobile | Size: 32 MB

Introduction
1
Table of Contents
3
Introduction
4
A Message from Daimlerchrysler Corporation
5
How to Use this Manual
5
Warnings and Cautions
7
Van Conversions/Campers
7
Vehicle Identification Number
8
Vehicle Modifications / Alterations
8
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
9
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle 9
12
A Word about Your Keys
12
Ignition Key Removal
12
Locking Doors with the Key
14
Steering Wheel Lock - if Equipped
15
If You Wish to Manually Lock the Steering Wheel
15
To Release the Steering Wheel Lock
15
Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System
15
Sentry Key - if Equipped
15
Replacement Keys
16
Customer Key Programming
17
General Information
18
Security Alarm System - if Equipped
18
Rearming of the System
18
To Set the Alarm
18
To Disarm the System
19
Illuminated Entry System - if Equipped
19
Remote Keyless Entry - if Equipped
20
To Unlock the Doors
20
To Lock the Doors
21
Using the Panic Alarm
22
General Information
22
Transmitter Battery Service
23
Door Locks
24
Manual Door Locks
24
Power Door Locks - if Equipped
25
Child Protection Door Lock
27
Windows
29
Power Windows-If Equipped
29
Power Sliding Rear Window-If Equipped
30
Sliding Rear Window-If Equipped
31
Wind Buffeting
31
Occupant Restraints (2500/3500/Mega Cab Only)
31
Lap/Shoulder Belts
32
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
40
Automatic Locking Restraint (ALR) Mode - if Equipped
41
Center Lap Belts
42
Seat Belt Pretensioners
42
Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (Beltalert)
43
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women
44
Seat Belt Extender
44
Driver and Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)-Airbag
45
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
56
Child Restraint
57
New Engine Break-In
71
Safety Tips
72
Transporting Passengers
72
Lock Your Vehicle
72
Exhaust Gas
73
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle
74
Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle
74
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
77
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
82
Mirrors
82
Inside Mirror
82
Automatic Dimming Mirror- if Equipped
83
Outside Mirrors
83
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature
84
Electronic Power Mirrors - if Equipped
84
Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heated Sideview Mirrors - if Equipped
85
Trailer Towing Mirrors - if Equipped
85
Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect™) - if Equipped
87
Operations
88
Phone Call Features
95
Uconnect™ System Features
97
Advanced Phone Connectivity
102
Things You Should Know about Your Uconnect™ System
103
Seats
109
40-20-40 Front Seat
110
Reclining Seats
111
Adjustable Head Restraints
111
Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment - if Equipped
112
Power Seats - if Equipped
113
Rear Seat Features - Mega Cab Models
114
Heated Seats - if Equipped
119
To Open and Close the Hood
121
Lights
122
Interior Lights
123
Battery Saver
124
Headlamp Delay
124
Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights
124
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only and Fleet Vehicles)
125
Lights-On Reminder
126
Fog Lights - if Equipped
126
Cargo Light - if Equipped
126
Multifunction Control Lever
127
Windshield Wipers and Washers
129
Windshield Wipers
129
Windshield Washers
130
Tilt Steering Column
130
Driver Adjustable Pedals - if Equipped
132
Adjustment
132
Electronic Speed Control - if Equipped
133
To Activate
133
To Set at a Desired Speed
134
To Deactivate
134
To Resume Speed
134
To Vary the Speed Setting
134
To Accelerate for Passing
135
Overhead Console- if Equipped
136
Courtesy/Reading Lights
136
Overhead Console with Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer - if Equipped
137
US/M Button
137
Reset Button
138
Global Reset
138
Step Button
138
Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)
139
Distance to Empty (DTE)
139
Trip Odometer (ODO)
140
Elapsed Time (ET)
140
C/T Button
140
Automatic Compass Calibration
141
Manual Compass Calibration
141
Recalibrating the Compass
141
Outside Temperature
143
Garage Door Opener - if Equipped
143
Programming Homelink
145
Canadian Programming/Gate Programming
147
Using Homelink
148
Erasing Homelink Buttons
148
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
148
Security
149
Power Sunroof - if Equipped
149
Open Sunroof - Express Mode
150
Comfort Stop
150
Closing Sunroof - Express
151
Pinch Protect Feature
151
Pinch Protect Override
151
Venting Sunroof - Express
151
Sunshade Operation
151
Wind Buffeting
152
Sunroof Maintenance
152
Sunroof Fully Closed
152
Electrical Power Outlets
152
Cigar Lighter and Ash Receiver
154
Cupholders
155
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders
155
Seats) - Automatic Transmission
155
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats) - Automatic Transmission
157
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders - Manual Transmission
157
Rear Cupholder - Quad Cab - if Equipped
158
Rear Cupholder - Mega Cab
158
Storage
159
Center Storage Compartment (40-20-40 Seat)
159
If Equipped
159
Center Storage Compartment (Bucket Seats)- if Equipped
160
Storage and Seats (Quad Cab Models)
162
Storage and Seats (Mega Cab Models)
162
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Mega Cab Models)
164
Rear Window Features
164
Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heated Side View Mirrors - if Equipped
164
Power Sliding Rear Window-If Equipped
165
Sliding Rear Window-If Equipped
165
Fold Flat Load Floor - if Equipped
166
Pickup Box
169
Slide-In Campers
170
Camper Applications
170
Easy-Off Tailgate
171
Tailgate Open
171
Understanding Your Instrument Panel
173
Instruments and Controls
177
Instrument Cluster
178
Instrument Cluster Description
179
Electronic Digital Clock
187
Clock Setting Procedure
188
Radio General Information
188
Radio Broadcast Signals
188
Two Types of Signals
188
Electrical Disturbances
189
AM Reception
189
FM Reception
189
Sales Code REF - AM/FM/CD (Single Disc) Radio with Optional Satellite Radio and Hands Free Phone Capability
190
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
190
Operation Instructions - CD Mode
194
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
196
EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode)
196
Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone - if Equipped
197
Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio - if Equipped
197
Sales Code RAQ - AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio with Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone, and Vehicle Entertainment Systems (VES) Capabilities
198
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
198
Operation Instructions - (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)
203
Load/Eject Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)
205
Notes on Playing MP3 Files
207
Operation Instructions
209
MP3 Audio Play)
209
Load/Eject Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)
209
Sales Code RAK - Am/Fm/Cassette/CD (6-Disc) Radio with Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone, Video, MP3, and WMA Capabilities
211
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
212
Operating Instructions - Tape Player
216
Seek Button
216
Fast Forward (FF)
216
Rewind (RW)
216
Tape Eject
216
Scan Button
217
Changing Tape Direction
217
Metal Tape Selection
217
Pinch Roller Release
217
Noise Reduction
217
Operation Instructions - (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)
217
Load/Eject Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)
218
Notes on Playing MP3 Files
220
Operation Instructions
223
WMA Audio Play)
223
Load/Eject Button (CD Mode for MP3 and WMA Play)
223
Sales Code REC - AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio with Navigation System
225
Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio (if Equipped)
226
Clock Setting Procedure
226
Video Entertainment System (Sales Code XRV) - if Equipped
226
Satellite Radio - if Equipped
226
System Activation
227
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)
227
Selecting Satellite Mode in REF, RAQ, and RAK
228
Radios
228
Selecting a Channel
229
Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels
229
Using the PTY (Program Type) Button (if Equipped)
229
PTY Button Scan
229
PTY Button Seek
230
Satellite Antenna
230
Reception Quality
230
Remote Sound System Controls - if Equipped
231
Radio Operation
231
Tape Player
232
CD Player
232
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance
232
Compact Disc Maintenance
233
Radio Operation and Cellular Phones
234
Climate Controls
234
Heater Only - if Equipped
235
Air Conditioning and Heating
237
If Equipped
237
Air Conditioning with Dual Zone Temperature Control - if Equipped
240
Operating Tips
244
Operating Tips Chart
247
Starting and Operating
249
Starting Procedures - Diesel Engines
253
Manual Transmission - if Equipped
253
Automatic Transmission - if Equipped
253
Starting and Operating
254
Normal Starting Procedure - Engine Manifold Airtemperature above 66°F (19°C)
254
Starting Procedure - Engine Manifold Air
255
Temperature below 66°F (19°C)
255
Starting Fluids
259
Normal Operation (Diesel Engine)
259
Cold Weather Precautions
260
Engine Idling - in Cold Weather
263
Stopping the Engine
264
Engine Speed Control
265
Operating Precautions
265
Cooling System Tips - Automatic Transmission
266
Transmission Shifting
267
Automatic Transmission with Overdrive- if Equipped
267
Manual Transmission
274
Downshifting
275
Four-Wheel- Drive Operation - if Equipped
276
Manually Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions
276
Shifting Procedure - Manually Shifted Transfer Case
279
Transfer Case Reminder Light
280
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions-If Equipped
280
Shifting Procedure - Electronically Shifted Transfer Case
285
Limited-Slip Differential - if Equipped
287
Driving on Slippery Surfaces
288
Driving Off-Road
289
Parking Brake
290
Brake System
291
Brake Noise
292
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System
292
Power Steering
294
Tire Safety Information
295
Tire Markings
295
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
299
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
300
Tires - General Information
304
Tire Pressure
304
Tire Inflation Pressures
305
Radial-Ply Tires
307
Compact Spare Tire - if Equipped
308
Limited Use Spare - if Equipped
309
Tire Spinning
309
Tread Wear Indicators
310
Life of Tire
311
Replacement Tires
311
Alignment and Balance
312
Supplemental Tire Pressure Information - if Equipped
313
Tire Chains
313
Snow Tires
315
Tire Rotation Recommendations
315
Dual Rear Wheels
316
Engine Runaway
317
Fuel Requirements (Diesel Engines)
318
Fuel Specifications
318
Adding Fuel (Diesel Engines)
320
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
321
Bulk Fuel Storage
322
Vehicle Loading
323
Certification Label
323
Trailer Towing
327
Common Towing Definitions
327
Trailer Hitch Classification
331
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
332
Trailer and Tongue Weight
332
Towing Requirements
333
Towing Tips
338
Trailer Towing Mirrors - if Equipped
339
Snowplow
341
Before Plowing
342
Snowplow Prep Package Model Availability
342
Over the Road Operation with Snowplow Attached
343
Methods for Removing Snow
343
Operating Tips
343
General Maintenance
344
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
345
Recreational Towing - 2 Wheel Drive Models
345
Recreational Towing - 4 Wheel Drive Models
345
What to Do in Emergencies
353
Hazard Warning Flasher
354
Jacking and Tire Changing
355
All Models
355
Jacking Instructions
356
Removing the Spare Tire
356
Tire Changing Procedure
357
Hoisting
366
Jump-Starting
367
With Portable Starting Unit
370
Freeing a Stuck Vehicle
370
Emergency Tow Hooks - if Equipped
371
Towing a Disabled Vehicle
372
4-Wheel- Drive Vehicles
372
2-Wheel- Drive Vehicles
373
Maintaining Your Vehicle
375
Maintaining Your Vehicle
378
Engine Compartment
378
5.9L Ho Cummins Turbo Diesel
378
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
379
Replacement Parts
379
Engine Data Plate
380
Dealer Service
380
Service Information
380
Maintenance Procedures
383
Engine Oil
383
Drive Belt
389
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
389
Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter
391
Maintenance Free Batteries
394
Air Conditioner Maintenance
396
Power Steering - Fluid Check
397
Front Suspension Ball Joints
397
Steering Linkage - Inspection
398
Front Prop Shaft Lubrication
398
Front Axle Universal Drive Joints and Pivot Bearings
398
Body Lubrication
399
Windshield Wiper Blades
399
Windshield Washers
399
Exhaust System
400
Cooling System
401
Fan
407
Charge Air Cooler (Inter-Cooler)
408
Hoses and Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
408
Brake System
409
Clutch Linkage
411
Clutch Hydraulic System
411
Rear Axle and 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
411
Transfer Case - if Equipped
412
Manual Transmission - if Equipped
412
Automatic Transmission
413
Front Wheel Bearings
415
Selection of Lubricating Grease
416
Noise Control System Required Maintenance & Warranty
417
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
422
Fuses (Integrated Power Module)
426
Vehicle Storage
431
Replacement Light Bulbs
432
Bulb Replacement
433
Headlight (Halogen)/Front Park and Turn Lights
433
Fog Lights
436
Tail, Stop, Turn and Backup Lights
437
Center High-Mounted Stoplight (CHMSL) with Cargo Light
440
Cab Top Clearance Lights - if Equipped
441
Tailgate ID Lights (Dual Rear Wheels) - if Equipped
443
Rear Light Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheel) - if Equipped
444
Side Marker Lights (Dual Rear Wheels)
445
Fluid Capacities
445
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
446
Engine
446
Chassis
447
Maintenance Schedules
449
Emission Control System Maintenance
450
Diesel
450
Schedule "B" 453
453
Schedule "A
463
If You Need Consumer Assistance
469
Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle
470
Prepare for the Appointment
470
Prepare a List
470
Be Reasonable with Requests
470
If You Need Assistance
470
Warranty Information (U.S. Vehicles Only)
473
Mopar Parts
473
Reporting Safety Defects
473
In Canada
473
Publication Order Forms
474
Department of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
475
Treadwear
475
Traction Grades
475
Temperature Grades
476

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