trip computer DODGE RAM 1500 GAS 2005 3.G Owners Manual

Driver Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped......124
â–«Adjustment.........................124

Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped......125
â–«To Activate..........................125
â–«To Set At A Desired Speed...............126
â–«To Deactivate........................126
â–«To Resume Speed.....................126
â–«To Vary The Speed Setting...............127
â–«To Accelerate For Passing...............128

Overhead Console— If Equipped...........129
â–«Courtesy/Reading Lights................129

Overhead Console With Compass/Temperature
Mini-Trip Computer — If Equipped..........130▫US/M Button........................130
â–«Reset Button.........................131
â–«Global Reset.........................131
â–«Step Button.........................131
â–«Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)........132
â–«Distance To Empty (DTE)...............132
â–«Trip Odometer (ODO)..................133
â–«Elapsed Time (ET).....................133
â–«C/T Button.........................133
â–«Automatic Compass Calibration...........134
â–«Manual Compass Calibration.............134
â–«Recalibrating The Compass..............135
â–«Outside Temperature...................137
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75
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OVERHEAD CONSOLE— IF EQUIPPED
The two optional overhead consoles may consist of the
following features:
•Courtesy/Reading Lights
•Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer
(CMTC) — If Equipped
•Universal Garage Door Opener — If Equipped
Courtesy/Reading Lights
In the middle of the console are two courtesy/reading
lights.
Both lights illuminate as courtesy lights when a door is
opened, when the dimmer control is rotated to the
courtesy light position (fully upward position), or when
the UNLOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless
Entry transmitter, if so equipped. These lights are also
operated individually as reading lights by pressing the
recessed area of the corresponding lens.
NOTE:The courtesy/reading lights will remain on until
the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have
been turned off before leaving the vehicle. If the interior
lights are left on after the vehicle is turned off, they will
extinguish after 15 minutes.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129
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OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH
COMPASS/TEMPERATURE MINI-TRIP
COMPUTER — IF EQUIPPED
This optional overhead console consists of the following:
•Courtesy Lights
•Compass/Temperature Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC)This overhead console allows you to choose between a
compass/temperature display and one of four trip con-
ditions being monitored.
US/M Button
Use this button to change the display from U.S. to metric
measurement units.
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Child Seat............................56,62
Cigar Lighter........................... 148
Climate Control......................... 208
Clock................................ 173
Clutch............................... 374
Clutch Linkage Maintenance................ 374
Compact Disc Maintenance................. 207
Compact Disc Player..................180,187
Compact Spare Tire...................... 272
Compass...........................133,134
Compass Calibration..................... 134
Compass Variance....................... 136
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 130
Console, Overhead....................... 129
Contract, Service........................ 430
Converter, Catalytic...................... 291
Cooling System......................... 368
Coolant Capacity...................... 403
Coolant Level......................... 369Disposal of Used Coolant................ 371
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 369
Inspection........................... 368
Radiator Cap......................369,371
Selection of Coolant...............370,403,405
Temperature Gauge..................... 168
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 125
Cup Holder............................ 149
Customer Assistance..................... 428
Daytime Running Lights................... 118
Dealer Service.......................... 352
Defroster, Rear Window..............81,214,218
Defroster, Windshield..................210,213
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 121
Differential, Limited-Slip.................. 253
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 377
Power Steering........................ 363
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Transfer Case........................... 375
Fluid............................... 406
Transmission
Automatic........................232,377
Fluid............................... 406
Maintenance.......................376,377
Manual.....................229,238,239,376
Shifting..........................232,240
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener............ 137
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 275
Trip Computer.......................... 130
Trip Odometer.......................171,172
Turn Signals................... 119,166,391,395
Underhood Fuses........................ 389
Universal Transmitter..................... 137
Variance, Compass....................... 136
Vehicle Identification Number................ 6Vehicle Loading......................265,293
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage......................... 390
Voltmeter............................. 166
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . 165
Warnings and Cautions..................... 5
Warranty Information..................... 430
Washers, Windshield..................122,366
Washing Vehicle......................... 385
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 277
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 387
Wheel Changing........................ 326
Wheel Mounting........................ 327
Wheel Nut Torque....................332,336
Wind Buffeting.......................33,146
Window Airbag.......................... 54
Window Fogging........................ 219
Windows.............................. 31
450 INDEX