seats Ram 2500 (Diesel) 2007 User Guide

2. Lift the cover (if so equipped), and attach the hook to
the square opening in the sheet metal.
3. Install the child restraint and remove the slack in the
tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions.Multiple Child Restraint Installation Sequence
(Quad Cab Rear Seats)
1. Obtain tether straps by raising the head restraints and
reaching between the rear glass and rear seat. The tether
strap may be retained with an elastic band. Accessibility
to the tether strap is greatly improved by raising the seat
cushion to the “up” position. Remove the elastic before
use.
2. Place a child restraint on each outboard rear seat and
adjust the tether strap so that it will reach under the head
restraint to the tether anchor directly behind the seat and
then to the anchor directly behind the center rear seat.
3. Pass each tether strap hook under the head restraint
and through the loop of webbing behind the child seat.
4. Route each tether strap to the anchor behind the center
seat, and attach the hooks to the metal ring.
Regular Cab Tether Strap Mounting
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Children Too Large for Booster Seats
Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt
comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend
over the front of the seat when their back is against the
seat back should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat.
•Make sure that the child is upright in the seat.
•The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug
as possible.
•Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or
slouching can move the belt out of position.
If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the
child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a
child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind
their back.
NEW ENGINE BREAK-IN
Your Cummins 24 Valve Turbo Diesel engine does not
require a break-in period due to its construction. Normal
operation is allowed, provided the following recommen-
dations are followed:
NOTE:Light duty operation such as light trailer towing
or no load operation, will extend the time before the
engine is at full efficiency. Reduced fuel economy and
power may be seen at this time.
•Warm up the engine before placing it under load.
•Do not operate the engine at idle for prolonged
periods.
•Use the appropriate transmission gear to prevent
engine lugging.
•Observe vehicle oil pressure and temperature indica-
tors.
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•Check the coolant and oil levels frequently.
•Vary throttle position at highway speeds when carry-
ing or towing significant weight.
Because of the construction of the Cummins Diesel
engine, engine run-in is enhanced by loaded operating
conditions which allow the engine parts to achieve final
finish and fit during the first 6,000 miles (10 000 km).
CAUTION!
•During the first 500 miles (805 km) your new
vehicle is driven, do not tow a trailer. Doing so
may damage your vehicle.
•Limit your speed to 50 mph (80 km/h) during the
first 500 miles (805 km) of towing.
SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers
This vehicle is designed to carry passengers in the cab
only. For safety reasons, NEVER TRANSPORT PASSEN-
GERS IN THE CARGO AREA.
WARNING!
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

Mirrors ...............................84
â–«Inside Mirror.........................84
â–«Automatic Dimming Mirror – If Equipped....85
â–«Outside Mirrors.......................86
â–«Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature...........86
â–«Electronic Power Mirrors – If Equipped......87
â–«Electric Rear Window Defroster And Heated
Sideview Mirrors – If Equipped............88
â–«Trailer Towing Mirrors – If Equipped........88
Hands–Free Communication (UConnect™) — If
Equipped.............................89
â–«Operations...........................91
â–«Phone Call Features....................97
â–«UConnect™ System Features.............100
â–«Advanced Phone Connectivity............105
â–«Things You Should Know About Your
UConnect™ System....................107
â–«General Information...................114

Seats................................115
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â–«40-20-40 Front Seat....................115
â–«Reclining Seats.......................116
â–«Adjustable Head Restraints..............117
â–«Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment
— If Equipped.......................118
â–«Power Seats — If Equipped..............118
â–«Rear Seat Features — Mega Cab Models.....120
â–«Heated Seats — If Equipped.............125

To Open And Close The Hood.............127

Lights...............................128
â–«Interior Lights.......................129
â–«Battery Saver........................130
â–«Headlamp Delay......................130â–«Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights.....130
â–«Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only
AndFleetVehicles) ....................131
â–«Lights-On Reminder...................132
â–«Fog Lights — If Equipped...............132
â–«Cargo Light — If Equipped..............132
â–«Multifunction Control Lever..............133

Windshield Wipers And Washers............135
â–«Windshield Wipers....................135
â–«Windshield Washers...................136

Tilt Steering Column....................137

Driver Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped......138
â–«Adjustment.........................138
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â–«Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40–20–40
Seats) — Automatic Transmission..........172
â–«Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket
Seats) — Automatic Transmission..........174
â–«Front Instrument Panel Cupholders
— Manual Transmission................174
â–«Rear Cupholder — Quad Cab
— If Equipped.......................175
â–«Rear Cupholder — Mega Cab............175

Storage..............................176
â–«Center Storage Compartment (40–20–40 Seat)
— If Equipped.......................176
â–«Center Storage Compartment (Bucket Seats)
— If Equipped.......................177
â–«Storage And Seats (Quad Cab Models)......179â–«Storage And Seats (Mega Cab Models)......179
â–«Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers
(Mega Cab Models)....................181

Rear Window Features...................181
â–«Electric Rear Window Defroster And Heated
Side View Mirrors — If Equipped..........181
â–«Power Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped . . 182
â–«Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped.......182

Fold Flat Load Floor — If Equipped.........183

Pickup Box...........................186

Slide-In Campers.......................188
â–«Camper Applications...................188

Easy-Off Tailgate.......................188
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SEATS
The seating options available in this truck are the result of
extensive customer research and evaluations.
Seats are also a primary part of the Occupant Restraint
(protection) System of the vehicle. They need to be used
properly for safe operation of the vehicle.
WARNING!
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
40-20-40 Front Seat
As the name implies, the seat is divided into 3 segments.
The outboard seat portions are each 40% of the total
width of the seat. The back of the center portion (20%)
easily folds down to provide an armrest/center storage
compartment (if equipped).
Manual Seat Adjuster
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Each outboard seat is independently adjustable forward
or rearward and is equipped with a back recliner. The
manual forward or rearward seat adjustment handle is
found at the front edge of each seat cushion. Pull up on
the handle and slide the seat to get the most comfortable
position.
WARNING!
Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is
dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could
cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be
properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust
any seat only while the vehicle is parked.
Reclining Seats
The recliner handle is on the outside of the seat cushion.
Pull up on the handle, as shown, to release the seat back
and adjust for comfort.
Manual Recline Lever
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Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment — If
Equipped
Rotating the lumbar control knob on the left side of the
driver’s seatback and on the right side of the passenger’s
seatback increases or decreases the lumbar (lower back)
support.
Power Seats — If Equipped
CAUTION!
Don’t put anything under a power seat. It may cause
damage to the seat controls.
Manual Lumbar AdjustmentPower Seat Switch
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Rear Seat Features — Mega Cab Models
Reclining Rear Seats — Mega Cab Models
The recliner handle is on the outside of the seat cushion.
Pull up on the handle, as shown, to release the seat back
and adjust for comfort.
Folding Rear Seat (Table Mode) — Mega Cab
Models
Both the left and right rear seat backs can be folded down
and used as a table.
To fold either rear seat back down (Table Mode), lift the
handle and fold the seat back forward. Simply lift the seat
back to return the seat to the upright position. Verify that
it is locked in place.
Rear Seat Recliner Handle
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