light DODGE RAM 2500 GAS 2008 3.G Owners Manual

Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
32 10 Amp
RedPower Ignition Run
Ð Adjustable Pedals
LED
33 10 Amp
RedPower-IGN Run Ð
HVAC
34 Ð Ð
35 15 Amp
BlueCabin Compartment
Node (CCN) Illumi-
nation
36 25 Amp
NaturalAudio_Amplifier
37 15 Amp
BlueVariable Gate Turbo
(VGT) Ð Turbo Die-
sel
38 20 Amp
YellowPower Outlet IPCavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
39 10 Amp
RedSeatbelt Tension
Reducer/Power IGN
Run/Acc
40 20 Amp
YellowPower IGN Run/Acc
Ð Cigar Lighter/Rear
Power Point
41 Ð Ð
42 30 Amp
PinkDiesel PCM (Diesel
Only)
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²Any time you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
NOTE:When reinstalling the IOD fuse push firmly until
fully seated; the gauges in the instrument cluster will do
a full sweep when the ignition key is cycled to RUN. This
is a normal condition.
NOTE:
When the vehicle is shipped from the factory, the
IOD fuse is in the up, or extracted position. If the radio,
interior lamps, keyless entry, or other features do not work
with the key OFF, check the position of the fuse (or check
to see if the fuse is blown) to ensure that it is fully seated.
When the IOD fuse is extracted, the instrument cluster in
the odometer window will display9NO FUSE.º
REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS
LIGHT BULBS Ð Interior Bulb No.
Overhead Console Lights............... TS212-2
Dome Light............................7679
NOTE:For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer
for replacement instructions.
All of the inside bulbs are brass or glass-wedge base.
Aluminum base bulbs are not approved.
LIGHT BULBS Ð Exterior Bulb No.
Backup...............................3057
Center High Mounted Stop Light............. 912
Fog Light...........................9006LL
Headlight (Halogen)...................... H13
Side Marker, Park & Turn Signal.........3157NAK
Rear License Plate Light.................... 168
Rear Cargo Light......................... 912
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LIGHT BULBS Ð Exterior Bulb No.
Tail & Stop............................3057
Cab Clearance Lights...................... 168
Dual Rear Wheel Sidemarker Light............ 168
Dual Rear Wheel Tailgate ID Lights (3)......... 168
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 bolts from the front of the headlight
housing.
Front Headlight Housing Bolts
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3. Remove the plug from the inner fender well and
remove the nut through the access hole.
4. Pull the housing out from the fender to allow room to
disconnect the electrical connectors.
NOTE:For easier removal, pull the headlight assembly
straight forward, applying the greatest amount of force to
the outer edge of the headlight assembly.
Inner Fender Plug
Rear Headlight Housing Nut Access
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Headlight RemovalBulb Removal
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5. Unlock and pull connector straight from the base of
the headlight halogen bulb.
6. Twist connector on the side marker/turn signal/park
light bulb
1¤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 bulb straight from the connector.
3. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous-
ing.Tail, Stop, Turn and Backup Lights
1. Remove the two screws that pass through the bed
sheetmetal.
Removing The Two Screws
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Center High-Mounted Stoplight (CHMSL) With
Cargo Light
1. Remove the two screws holding the housing/lens to
the body as shown.2. Separate the connector holding the housing and wir-
ing harness to the body.
3. Turn desired bulb socket
1¤4turn and remove socket
and bulb from housing.
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4. Pull desired bulb straight from the socket.
²Outside Bulbs: Cargo Lights
²Inside Bulb: Center High-Mounted Stop Light
5. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous-
ing.
Cab Top Clearance Lights Ð If Equipped
1. Remove the two screws from the top of the light.
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2. Rotate the socket1¤4turn and pull it from the light
assembly.3. Pull the bulb straight from it's socket and replace.
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