DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL 2007 3.G Owners Manual

EASY-OFF TAILGATE
To simplify mounting of a camper unit with an overhang,
the tailgate can be removed quickly. If the truck is a 3500
dual rear wheel model, unplug the tailgate wire harness
from under the rear of the truck and pull the harness out
of the cargo box access hole. Unlatch the tailgate and
remove the support cables by releasing the lock tang
from the pivot, then rotate and pull away from the box.
Once the cables are free, move to the right side of the
tailgate hinge bracket.
Raise the right side of the tailgate until the right side
pivot clears the hanger bracket. Slide the entire tailgate to
the right to free the left side pivot. Remove the tailgate
from the vehicle entirely. Do not carry the tailgate loose in
the truck pickup box. NOTE:
Dual rear wheel pickup models require properly
spaced rear clearance lights. If such a vehicle is operated
without a tailgate, suitable lights must be installed.
TAILGATE OPEN
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WARNING!
To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, which is deadly,
the exhaust system on vehicles equipped with “Cap
or Slide-In Campers” should extend beyond the
overhanging camper compartment and be free of
leaks.
TAILGATE SUPPORT STRAP ATTACHMEN
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS

Instruments And Controls .................177

Instrument Cluster ......................178

Instrument Cluster Description .............179

Electronic Digital Clock ..................187
▫ Clock Setting Procedur e.................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
▫ Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone —
If Equipped .........................1974

▫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 - (CD Mode For
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
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▫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 - (CD Mode For MP3 And
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 Procedur e.................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
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
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▫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 —
If Equipped .........................237
▫ Air Conditioning With Dual Zone Temperature
Control — If Equipped .................240
▫ Operating Tips .......................244
▫ Operating Tips Chart ...................247
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION
1. Check Gages This light illuminates when the Voltmeter, Engine
Oil Pressure or Engine Coolant Temperature
gages indicate a reading either too high or too low.
Examine the gages carefully, and follow the instructions
above for each indicated problem.
NOTE: When the ignition switch is turned to OFF, the
Fuel Gage, Voltmeter, Oil Pressure and Engine Coolant
Temperature gages may not show accurate readings.
When the engine is not running, turn the ignition switch
to ON to obtain accurate readings.
2. Voltage Gauge When the engine is running, the gauge indicates
the electrical system voltage. The pointer should
stay within the normal range if the battery is charged. If the pointer moves to either extreme left or right and
remains there during normal driving, the electrical sys-
tem should be serviced.
NOTE:
If the gauge pointer moves to either extreme of
the gauge, the “Check Gages” indicator will illuminate
and a single chime will sound.
3. Turn Signal Indicators
Lights in instrument cluster flash when outside turn
signals are operating.
4. Tachometer
The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per
minute.
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CAUTION!
Do not operate the engine with the tachometer
pointer at high rpm for extended periods. Engine
damage may occur.
5. Airbag Indicator Light
The indicator lights and remains lit for 6 to 8 seconds
when the ignition is first turned on. If the light stays on,
flickers or comes on while driving, have the airbag
system checked by an authorized dealer.
6. High Beam Indicator This indicator shows that headlights are on high
beam.
7. Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this
light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb check.
During the bulb check, if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound. After the bulb check or
when driving, if the driver seat belt remains unbuckled,
the Seat Belt Warning Light will flash or remain on
continuously. Refer to
Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Re-
minder System (BeltAlert™) in the Occupant Restraints
section for more information. (See page 31 for more
information.)
8. Speedometer
The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in miles per
hour and/or kilometers per hour.
9. Oil Pressure Gauge The pointer should always indicate some oil pres-
sure when the engine is running. A continuous
high or low reading, under normal driving conditions,
may indicate a lubrication system malfunction. Immedi-
ate service should be obtained. (See page 383 for more
information.)
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