manual transmission DODGE RAM 1500 GAS 2006 3.G Owners Manual

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

A Word About Your Keys ..................12
▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................12
▫ Sentry Key — If Equipped ................12

Ignition And Steering Lock .................14
▫ Manual Transmissions ...................14
▫ Automatic Transmissions .................15

Door Key .............................16

Door Locks ............................17
▫ Manual Locks .........................17 ▫
Power Door Locks — If Equipped ..........18
▫ Child Protection Door Lock ...............21

Remote Keyless Entry — If Equipped .........22
▫ To Unlock The Doors ...................23
▫ To Lock The Doors .....................23
▫ Using The Panic Alarm ..................24
▫ General Information ....................25
▫ Transmitter Battery Service ...............25

Security Alarm System — If Equipped .........26
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Security Lightwill begin to flash. Turn the ignition back
to the OFF position and remove the second key.
3. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition and switch
the ignition to the ON position within 60 seconds of
having removed the second key. After 10 seconds the
 Security Light will stop flashing, then turn on for 3
seconds; then turn off.
The new Sentry Key has been programmed. The Keyless
Entry Transmitter will also be programmed during this
procedure. Repeat this process to program up to an
additional 6 keys. A maximum of 8 keys can be pro-
grammed to the system, including the original keys
provided with the vehicle.
General Information
This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with
RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the
following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference that may be
received including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
NOTE:
Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
proved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
IGNITION AND STEERING LOCK
Insert the key fully, and then turn the switch to one of the
five illustrated positions. The key can be inserted or
withdrawn only in the LOCK position.
Manual Transmissions
When the steering wheel is in the LOCK position, the
steering and ignition systems are locked to provide
antitheft protection for your vehicle. It may be difficult to
turn the key from the LOCK position when starting your
vehicle. Move the steering wheel left and right while
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

▫Manual Compass Calibration .............181
▫ Recalibrating The Compass ..............181
▫ Outside Temperature ...................183

Garage Door Opener — If Equipped .........183
▫ Programming HomeLink ................185
▫ Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . 187
▫ Using HomeLink .....................188
▫ Erasing HomeLink Buttons ..............188
▫ Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button . . . 188
▫ Security ............................189

Power Sunroof — If Equipped .............189
▫ Open Sunroof - Express Mode ............190
▫ Comfort Stop ........................190 ▫
Closing Sunroof - Express ...............191
▫ Pinch Protect Feature ...................191
▫ Pinch Protect Override .................191
▫ Venting Sunroof - Express ...............191
▫ Sunshade Operation ...................191
▫ Wind Buffeting .......................192
▫ Sunroof Maintenance ...................192
▫ Sunroof Fully Closed ...................192

Electrical Power Outlets ..................192

Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver ............194

Cupholders ...........................195
▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders
(40–20–40 Seats) — Automatic Transmission . . 195
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▫Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats)
— Automatic Transmission ..............197
▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — Manual
Transmission ........................197
▫ Rear Cupholder — Quad Cab —
If Equipped .........................198
▫ Rear Cupholder — Mega Cab ............198

Storage ..............................199
▫ Center Storage Compartment (40–20–40 Seat) —
If Equipped .........................199
▫ Center Storage Compartment (Bucket Seats)—
If Equipped .........................200 ▫
Storage And Seats (Quad Cab Models) ......202
▫ Storage And Seats (Mega Cab Models) ......202
▫ Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers
(Mega Cab Models) ....................204

Fold Flat Load Floor — If Equipped .........204
▫ Fold Flat Load Floor — If Equipped ........204

Pickup Box ...........................207

Slide-In Campers .......................209
▫ Camper Applications ...................209

Easy-Off Tailgate .......................209
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115
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Functions 3.7L 4.7L 5.7L
Engage Speed 35 mph (56 km/h) 35 mph (56 km/h) 25 mph (40 km/h)
Minimun RESUME Speed 30 mph (50 km/h) 30 mph (50 km/h) 20 mph (32 km/h)
ACCEL Increase 2 mph (3km/h) 2 mph (3km/h) 1 mph (2 km/h)
DECEL Decrease 1 mph (2 km/h) 1 mph (2 km/h) 1 mph (2 km/h)
Dropout Speed 30 mph (50 km/h) 30 mph (50 km/h) 20 mph (32 km/h)
To Accelerate For Passing
Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the
pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.
NOTE: When driving uphill, at elevations above 2,000
feet (610 meters), or when the vehicle is heavily loaded
(especially when towing) the vehicle may slow below the
SET speed. If the vehicle speed drops below (refer to the
table below for the speed for your specific engine), the
speed control will automatically disengage. If this hap-
pens, you can push down on the accelerator pedal to
maintain the desired speed. Vehicles equipped with a 5–speed-manual transmission
should be operated in 4th gear or lower under the above
conditions.
Vehicles equipped with a Automatic transmission may
exhibit several downshifts under the above conditions.
To reduce the frequency of the downshifts and to im-
prove vehicle performance, it is advisable to use either
TOW HAUL or O/D OFF modes which can be selected
by pressing the “TOW HAUL O/D OFF” button located
at the end of the gear shifter.
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CUPHOLDERS
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40–20–40
Seats) — Automatic Transmission
Your new Ram truck is equipped with two adjustable
cupholders. The cupholder is opened by pulling on the
cup holder door handle, on the front surface. Each
opening in the cupholder is adjustable and will hold cups
and mugs of various sizes.
Ash Tray Manual Transmission
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3

Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket
Seats) — Automatic Transmission
If your new Ram truck is equipped with bucket seats
there are three cup holders located on the front of the
center console.
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — Manual
Transmission
Cup Holders Bucket Seat
Cup Holders Manual Transmission
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS

Ignition/Starter Switch ...................294
▫ Lock ..............................294
▫ Off ...............................294
▫ On................................294
▫ Start ..............................295
▫ ACC ..............................295
▫ Manual Transmission Key Release Button ....295
▫ Key Reminder .......................296

Starting Procedures .....................296 ▫
Manual Transmission ..................296
▫ Automatic Transmission ................296
▫ If Engine Fails To Start .................297
▫ Engine Block Heater — If Equipped ........297
▫ After Starting ........................298

Transmission Shifting ....................299
▫ Automatic Transmission With Overdrive .....299
▫ Manual Transmission ..................304

Four-Wheel- Drive Operation — If Equipped . . . 308
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START
Starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key.
The ignition key will return to the ON position for
normal driving.
ACC
Allows the electrical accessories to be used when the
engine is not running.
Manual Transmission Key Release Button
To remove the key on vehicles equipped with manual
transmissions, turn the key to the Lock position and press
the button to remove the ignition key.
Ignition Key Release Button
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5

Key Reminder
An alarm will sound to remind you if the key is left in the
ignition and the driver’s door is opened.
STARTING PROCEDURES
The starter should not be operated for more than 15-
second intervals. Waiting a few seconds between such
intervals will protect the starter from overheating.
Manual Transmission
Apply the parking brake, place the gearshift control lever
in NEUTRAL and depress the clutch pedal to the floor
before starting the vehicle. This vehicle is equipped with
a clutch interlocking ignition system. It will not start
unless the clutch is fully depressed.
Automatic Transmission
Start the engine with the selector lever in NEUTRAL or
PARK position. Apply the brake before shifting to any
driving range.
Normal Starting of either a warm or cold engine is
obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator
pedal. Turn the key to the START position and release
when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within
10 seconds, turn the key to the OFF position, wait 5
seconds, then repeat the starting procedure.
NOTE: This vehicle is equipped with a transmission
shift interlocking system. The brake pedal must be
depressed to shift out of Park (P).
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