DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL 2009 4.G Owners Manual

WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield
could lead to an accident. You might not see other
vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of
the windshield during freezing weather, warm the
windshield with the defroster before and during
windshield washer use.
Windshield WashersTo use the washer, push in on the washer knob on the end
of the multifunction lever and hold while spray is
desired. If the washer knob is depressed while in the
delay range, the wiper will operate for several seconds
after the washer knob is released. It will then resume the
intermittent interval previously selected. If the washer
knob is pushed for a period greater than one second
while in the off position, the wiper will cycle approxi-
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TILT STEERING COLUMNThis feature allows you to tilt the steering column
upward or downward. The tilt control lever is located on
the left-side of the steering column, just below the
multifunction lever.
Pull the lever toward the steering wheel to unlock the
steering column. Move the steering column up or down
as desired, and push the lever toward the instrument
panel to lock the column firmly in place.
WARNING!
Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is
moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col-
umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have
an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve-
hicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving.
Tilt Steering Control Lever
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DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPEDThe adjustable accelerator and brake pedal allow the
driver to establish a comfortable position relative to the
steering wheel and pedals.
Adjustment1. Position the driver seat so that you are at least 10 in
(254 mm) away from the airbag, located in the center of
the steering wheel.
2. Fasten and adjust the seatbelts.
3. Move the adjustable pedal switch, located to the left of
the steering column near the parking brake release, in the
direction you desire to move the pedals.
NOTE:The pedals cannotbe adjusted when the vehicle
is in REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control is
set.
Adjustable Pedals Switch
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CAUTION!
Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals
or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage
to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become lim-
ited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the
adjustable pedal’s path.ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPEDWhen engaged, the Electronic Speed Control system
takes over accelerator operation at speeds greater than
25 mph (40 km/h). The controls are mounted on the
steering wheel.NOTE:In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec-
tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut
down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated
Electronic Speed Controls
1 — Resume/Accel 4 — Set
2 — Cancel 5 — Cruise
3 — Decel 6 — On/Off
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simultaneously. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Con-
trol System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic
Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired
vehicle set speed.To ActivatePush the ON/OFF button to the ON position. In the
instrument cluster, the word “CRUISE” illuminates when
the system is on.To Set a Desired SpeedWhen the vehicle has reached the desired speed, press
and release the SET button. Release the accelerator and
the vehicle will operate at the selected speed.To DeactivateA soft tap on the brake pedal, normal braking, clutch
pressure while slowing the vehicle, or pressing the CAN-
CEL button will deactivate speed control without erasing
the memory. Pushing the ON/OFF button to the OFF
position or turning off the ignition erases the memory.
WARNING!
Leaving the Electronic Speed Control on when not in
use is dangerous. You could accidentally set the
system to cause it to go faster than you want. You
could lose control and have an accident. Always
leave the system off when you are not using it.To Resume SpeedTo resume a previously set speed, push and release the
RESUME button. Resume can be used at any speed above
20 mph (32 km/h).To Vary the Speed SettingWhen the speed control is on, speed can be increased by
pressing and holding the ACCEL button. When the
button is released, a new set speed will be established.
Tapping the RESUME ACCEL button once will result in a
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is tapped, speed increases so that tapping the button
three times will increase speed by 3 mph (4.8 km/h).
Tapping the SET DECEL button once will result in a
1 mph (2 km/h) speed decrease. Each time the button is
tapped, speed decreases. For example, tapping the button
three times will decrease the speed by 3 mph (4.8 km/h)
To decrease speed while speed control is ON, push down
and hold SET DECEL. Release the lever when the desired
speed is reached, and the new speed will be set.To Accelerate for PassingDepress 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 ft
(610 m), or when the vehicle is heavily loaded (especially
when towing) the vehicle may slow below the SET speed.
If the vehicle speed drops below 25 mph (40 km/h), the
speed control will automatically disengage. If this hap- pens, you can push down on the accelerator pedal to
maintain the desired speed.
Vehicles may exhibit several downshifts under the above
conditions. To reduce the frequency of the downshifts
and to improve 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 shift lever.
WARNING!
Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the
system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve-
hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you
could lose control. An accident could be the result.
Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic
or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or
slippery.
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OVERHEAD CONSOLE — IF EQUIPPEDThe 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 LightsIn 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 (RKE) transmitter, if 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.
Overhead Console Features
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OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH COMPASS/
TEMPERATURE MINI-TRIP COMPUTER — IF
EQUIPPEDThis 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.
Courtesy Lights
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US/M ButtonUse this button to change the display from U.S. to
METRIC measurement units.
Reset ButtonUse this button to reset the following displays:•
Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)
•
Trip Odometer (ODO)
•
Elapsed time (ET)
US/M Button
RESET Button
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Global ResetIf the RESET button is pressed twice within two seconds
while in any of the four displays (AVG, ECO, ODO, ET),
the Global Reset will reset all four displays.Step ButtonUse this button to choose or cycle through the four trip
conditions.
Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset.
Average fuel economy is a running average of the
amount of fuel used and the distance the vehicle has
traveled.
STEP Button
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