hood open DODGE RAM 1500 GAS 2007 3.G Owners Manual

To enter the vehicle while the engine is running during a
remote start, you must first unlock the vehicle using the
UNLOCK button on the key fob. After the vehicle is
unlocked, you have 60 seconds to enter the vehicle, insert
the key in the Ignition and move it to the RUN position,
otherwise the engine will cancel remote start and auto-
matically turn off.
Remote start will also cancel if any of the following occur:
•If the engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500
•Any engine warning lamps come on
•The hood is opened
•The hazard switch is pressed
•The transmission is moved out of park.
•The brake pedal is pressed.The vehicle can be started remotely up to a maximum of
two times. The vehicle is also allowed a maximum of one
failed start, where the remote start sequence was initiated
but cancelled before the engine begins to crank. After
either of these conditions, or if the Vehicle Theft Alarm is
alarming, or if the PANIC button was pressed, the vehicle
must be reset by inserting a valid key into the ignition
and moving it to the RUN position, then back to LOCK.
The parking lamps will remain illuminated to indicate
that the vehicle has remote started and the engine is
running. The lamps will turn off when the ignition is
turned to RUN or the remote start is cancelled.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25
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▫Reclining Seats
(1500 Standard And Quad Cab Models).....150
▫Reclining Seats
(2500/3500/Mega Cab Models)...........151
▫Adjustable Head Restraints..............151
▫Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment —
If Equipped.........................152
▫Power Seats (1500 Standard And Quad Cab
Models) — If Equipped.................153
▫Power Seats (2500/3500/Mega Cab Models) —
If Equipped.........................154
▫Rear Seat Features — Mega Cab Models.....156
▫Heated Seats — If Equipped.............161

To Open And Close The Hood.............163

Lights...............................164▫Interior Lights.......................165
▫Battery Saver........................166
▫Headlamp Delay......................166
▫Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights.....166
▫Daytime Running Lights
(Canada Only And Fleet Vehicles)..........167
▫Lights-On Reminder...................168
▫Fog Lights — If Equipped...............168
▫Cargo Light — If Equipped..............168
▫Multifunction Control Lever..............169

Windshield Wipers And Washers............171
▫Windshield Wipers....................171
▫Windshield Washers...................172
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull
the hood release lever located below the steering wheel at
the base of the instrument panel. Once the hood isreleased you must reach into the opening beneath the
center of the grille and push up the latch to release the
safety catch before raising the hood.
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Use a firm downward push at the front center of
the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
Hood Release Lever
Secondary Latch
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163
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NOTE:The default for the compass variance is zone 8.
To set the variance: Turn the ignition ON and set the
display to “Compass/Temperature.” Press and hold the
RESET button approximately five seconds. The last vari-
ance zone number will be displayed. Press the STEP
button to select the new variance zone and press the
RESET button to resume normal operation.
Outside Temperature
Because the ambient temperature sensor is located un-
derhood, engine temperature can influence the displayed
temperature, therefore, temperature readings are slowly
updated when the vehicle speed is below 20 mph (30
km/h) or during stop and go driving.
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED
The HomeLinkUniversal Transceiver replaces up to
three remote controls (hand held transmitters) that oper-
ate devices such as garage door openers, motorized
gates, or home lighting. It triggers these devices at the
push of a button. The Universal Transceiver operates off
your vehicle’s battery and charging system; no batteries
are needed.
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

CRACKING DUE TO WEATHERING DOES NOT AD-
VERSELY AFFECT PERFORMANCE. If, however, exces-
sively deep localized cracks are present, or any part of the
exhaust system abnormally contacts the underbody hard-
ware, the isolator and/or hanger should be replaced.
Cooling System
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or
steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam
coming from under the hood, don’t open the hood
until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to
open a cooling system pressure cap when the radia-
tor is hot.
Engine Coolant Checks
Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the
system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh
coolant. Check the front of the A/C condenser for any
accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently
spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the
face of the condenser.
Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-
ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection
at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for
leaks.
With the engine at normal operating temperature (but
not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for
proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of
coolant from the radiator drain cock. If the cap is sealing
properly, the engine coolant (antifreeze) will begin to
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 469
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BULB REPLACEMENT
Headlight (Halogen)/Front Park and Turn Lights
CAUTION!
This is a halogen bulb. Avoid touching the glass
with your fingers. Reduced bulb life will result.
1. Open the hood
2. Remove the two (2) bolts from the front of the head-
light housing.
Front Headlight Housing Bolts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 499
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Voltmeter............................ 227
Gear Ranges........................307,314
General Information...................... 18
Glass Cleaning.......................... 491
Grocery Bag Retainer..................... 208
Gross Axle Weight Rating.................. 393
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 392
GVWR............................... 389
Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™)............. 126
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 420
Head Restraints......................... 151
Headlights............................ 499
Cleaning............................ 490
High Beam........................... 170
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch........ 170
Lights On Reminder.................... 168
Passing............................. 170
Switch.............................. 166Heated Mirrors......................124,209
Heated Seats........................... 161
Heater............................... 286
Heater, Engine Block..................... 306
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 170
Hitches
Trailer Towing........................ 396
Hoisting.............................. 438
HomeLink(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 186
Hood Release.......................... 163
Hoses................................ 474
Hub Caps............................. 433
Ignition............................... 12
Cables (Spark Plug Wires)................ 458
Key ................................. 12
Wiring System (Spark Plug Wires).......... 458
Ignition Key Removal..................... 12
Illuminated Entry........................ 19
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Fluid............................... 515
Maintenance.......................479,480
Manual.....................302,312,314,479
Shifting..........................306,315
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 186
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 372
Trip Computer.......................... 180
Trip Odometer.......................230,235
Turn Signals...................169,227,499,503
UConnect™ (Hands-Free Phone)............. 126
Underhood Fuses........................ 492
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 547
Universal Transmitter..................... 186
Variance, Compass....................... 185
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 7
Vehicle Loading......................363,389
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7Vehicle Storage......................... 497
Video Entertainment System
(Rear Seat Video System).................. 275
Voltmeter............................. 227
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . 227
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 545
Washers, Windshield..................172,467
Washing Vehicle......................... 488
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 374
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 489
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 489
Wheel Cover........................... 433
Wheel Mounting........................ 427
Wheel Nut Torque....................432,436
Wind Buffeting.......................33,195
Window Airbag (Side Curtain)............... 95
Window Fogging........................ 294
566 INDEX