lock DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL 2008 3.G Owners Manual

NOTE:For easier removal, pull the headlight assembly
straight forward, applying the greatest amount of force to
the outer edge of the headlight assembly.
5. Unlock and pull connector straight from the base of
the headlight halogen bulb.
Headlight Removal
Bulb Removal
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6. Twist connector on the side marker/turn signal/park
light bulb1¤4turn and remove connector and bulb from
housing.
7. Remove housing from vehicle with headlight halogen
bulb in housing.
8. Twist the headlight halogen bulb
1¤4turn and remove
headlight bulb from the housing.
9. Replace headlight or side marker/turn signal/park
light bulb. Do not touch the headlight halogen bulb.
10. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous-
ing.
Fog Lights
1. Reach under the vehicle, unlock and twist connector
counterclockwise1¤4turn and remove connector and bulb
from housing.
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2. Pull the housing straight out from the body, with a
quick motion, to separate the housing from the body. If
not pulled straight, locators may be damaged.3. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove
from the housing.
Pulling Housing From Body
Rotating Bulb Socket From Housing
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4. Pull bulb straight out of socket. 5. Reverse Procedure to install bulb and housing. Place
the two raised blocks past the body.
Pulling Bulb From Socket
Sliding Raised Blocks Past Body
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Tailgate ID Lights (Dual Rear Wheels) Ð If
Equipped
1. Remove the two screws and housing and access the
bulb sockets from the rear.
2. Turn socket
1¤4turn counterclockwise to access the
bulb.
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3. Pull bulb straight out from socket.
4. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous-
ing.
Rear Light Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheel) Ð If
Equipped
1. Loosen the two screws and the housing to gain access
to the bulb sockets.
2. Turn the socket
1¤4turn counterclockwise to access the
bulb.
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3. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket.
4. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous-
ing.
Side Marker Lights (Dual Rear Wheels)
1. Push rearward on the side marker light assembly.
2. Pull the entire assembly from the fender.
3. Turn socket
1¤4turn counterclockwise and remove from
assembly to access the bulb.
4. Pull bulb straight out from socket.
5. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous-
ing.
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Adding Fuel........................... 349
Adjustable Pedals....................... 138
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner
Filter).............................419,452
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 430
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............430,431
Air Conditioning System................252,430
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control........ 255
Air Filter.............................. 419
Air Pressure, Tires....................325,333
Airbag............................35,48,55
Airbag Light.......................58,77,190
Airbag On/Off Switch..................... 55
Alarm, Panic............................ 24
Alarm (Security Alarm).................19,192
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 19
Alignment and Balance................... 332
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 8
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 245Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..............438,439
Capacities........................... 479
Anti-Lock Warning Light...............195,314
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 19
Anti-Theft System.....................19,192
Appearance Care........................ 455
Ashtray............................... 162
Assistance Towing....................... 102
Auto Unlock, Doors...................... 146
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 85
Automatic Door Locks.................... 146
Automatic Transaxle...................... 12
Interlock System........................ 19
Automatic Transmission................... 447
Adding Fluid......................448,449
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 450
Fluid Level Check...................... 448
Fluid Type........................447,482
Shift Indicator........................ 192
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Shifting............................. 285
Special Additives...................... 450
Autostick............................. 192
Axle Fluid..........................446,482
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 446
Ball Joints............................. 431
Battery............................... 428
Blanket..........................277,430
Emergency Starting..................... 397
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 25
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 130
Bearings.............................. 450
Belts, Drive............................ 418
Belts, Seat.............................. 36
Body Builders Guide....................... 7
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 433
B-Pillar Location........................ 320
Brake Fluid............................ 482Brake System........................312,443
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................... 313
Disc Brakes.......................... 443
Fluid Check.......................... 444
Hoses.............................. 445
Master Cylinder....................... 444
Parking............................. 310
Warning Light........................ 194
Bulb Replacement....................... 466
Bulbs, Light............................ 465
Cab Top Clearance Lights.................. 474
Calibration, Compass..................... 150
Camper............................... 179
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)........ 479
Capacities, Fluid........................ 479
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine).......................... 415
Power Steering........................ 431
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Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 439
Car Washes............................ 455
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............76,181
Cargo Light............................ 133
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance......... 247
Catalyst Full Message..................... 425
CD (Compact Disc) Player............202,210,224
Cellular Phone.......................... 89
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 473
Center Lap Belts......................... 45
Center Seat Storage Compartment.........167,168
Certification Label....................... 352
Charge Air Cooler....................... 442
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 317
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator
Light)................................ 194
Child Restraint........................61,62
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............65,69
Child Seat............................62,68Cigar Lighter........................... 162
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 457
Climate Control......................... 249
Clock.....................200,204,212,225,239
Closed Crankcase Ventilation (CCV) Filter...... 426
Clutch Linkage Maintenance................ 445
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 248
Compact Spare Tire...................... 328
Compass Calibration..................... 150
Compass Variance....................... 150
Console, Overhead....................... 142
Contract, Service........................ 499
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 439
Cooling System......................... 436
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 439
Coolant Capacity...................... 479
Coolant Level...................436,437,440
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 440
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