window DODGE RAM 5500 CHASSIS CAB 2008 3.G Owners Manual

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is found on the
left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through
the windshield. This number also appears on the Auto-
mobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window
on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title.NOTE:It is illegal to remove the VIN.VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could
seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and
may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or
death.
Vehicle Identification Number
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mRemote Keyless Entry Ð If Equipped.........21
NTo Unlock The Doors...................21
NTo Lock The Doors.....................22
NUsing The Panic Alarm..................24
NGeneral Information....................24
NTransmitter Battery Service...............25
mRemote Starting System Ð If Equipped........26
mDoor Locks............................27
NManual Door Locks Ð If Equipped.........27
NPower Door Locks Ð If Equipped..........28
NChild Protection Door Lock...............31
mWindows.............................32
NPower Windows ± If Equipped.............32NPower Sliding Rear Window ± If Equipped....34
NSliding Rear Window ± If Equipped.........34
NWind Buffeting........................34
mOccupant Restraints......................35
NLap/Shoulder Belts.....................35
NAdjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage....43
NAutomatic Locking Restraint (ALR) Mode ±
If Equipped..........................43
NCenter Lap Belts.......................44
NSeat Belt Pretensioners...................45
NEnhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System
(BeltAlert)...........................45
NSeat Belts And Pregnant Women............47
NSeat Belt Extender......................47
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NOTE:If you try to remove the key before you place the
lever in PARK, the key may become trapped temporarily
in the ignition cylinder. If this occurs, rotate the key to the
right slightly, then remove the key as described. If a
malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the
ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is
inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but
the key cannot be removed until you obtain service.
NOTE:For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power window
switches, radio, hands±free system (if equipped), and
power outlets will remain active for 10 minutes after the
ignition switch is turned off. Opening either front door
will cancel this feature.
For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC), the power window switches,
radio, hands±free system (if equipped), and power out-
lets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after theignition switch is turned off. Opening either front door
will cancel this feature. The time for this feature is
programmable. For details, refer to ªKEY OFF POWER
DELAY > OFFº under ªPersonal Settings (Customer
Programmable Features),º under ªElectronic Vehicle In-
formation Center (EVIC)º in Section 3 of this manual.
WARNING!
Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be seri-
ously or fatally injured. Don't leave the keys in the
ignition. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.
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WARNING!
Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision.
Remember that the rear doors can only be opened
from the outside when the child protection locks are
engaged.
NOTE:After setting the child protection door lock
system, always test the door from the inside to make
certain it is in the desired position.
NOTE:For emergency exit with the system engaged,
move the door lock switch to the UNLOCK position, roll
down the window and open the door with the outside
door handle.
WINDOWS
Power Windows ± If Equipped
The control on the left front door panel has up-down
switches that give you fingertip control of all power
windows. There is a single opening and closing switch on
the front passenger door for passenger window control
Power Window Switches
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and on the rear doors of Quad Cab and Mega Cab
models. The windows will operate only when the igni-
tion switch is turned to the ON or ACC (Accessory)
position.
WARNING!
Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be seri-
ously or fatally injured. Don't leave the keys in the
ignition. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.
Auto Down (Driver's Side Only)
The driver's window switch has an Auto Down feature.
Press the window switch past the detent, release, and the
window will go down automatically.
Window Lockout Switch (4 Door Models Only)
The window lockout switch on the driver's door allows
you to disable the window control on the other doors. To
disable the window controls on the other doors, press the
window lock button. To enable the window controls,
press the window control button again.
Window Lockout Switch
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Power Sliding Rear Window ± If Equipped
The power sliding rear window switch is located on the
instrument panel below the climate controls. Press the
right side of the switch to open the glass and the left side
of the switch to close the glass.
Sliding Rear Window ± If Equipped
A locking device in the center of the window helps to
prevent entry from the rear of the vehicle. Squeeze the
lock to release the window.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down or partially open positions. This is a
normal occurrence and can be minimized. If the buffeting
occurs with the rear windows open, open the front and
rear windows together to minimize the buffeting.
Power Sliding Rear Window Switch
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
mMirrors...............................81
NInside Mirror.........................81
NAutomatic Dimming Mirror ± If Equipped....82
NOutside Mirrors.......................82
NExterior Mirrors Folding Feature...........83
NElectronic Power Mirrors ± If Equipped......84
NElectric Rear Window Defroster And Heated
Sideview Mirrors ± If Equipped............85
NTrailer Towing Mirrors ± If Equipped........85mHands±Free Communication (UConnectŸ) Ð
If Equipped............................87
NOperations...........................89
NPhone Call Features....................96
NUConnectŸ System Features..............99
NAdvanced Phone Connectivity............103
NThings You Should Know About Your
UConnectŸ System....................106
NGeneral Information...................113
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mCupholders...........................154
NFront Instrument Panel Cupholders (40±20±40
Seats) Ð Automatic Transmission..........154
NFront Instrument Panel Cupholders
(Bucket Seats) Ð Automatic Transmission....155
NFront Instrument Panel Cupholders Ð Manual
Transmission........................156
NRear Cupholder (Quad Cab) Ð If Equipped . . 156
mStorage..............................157
NCenter Storage Compartment (40±20±40 Seat) Ð
If Equipped.........................157NCenter Storage Compartment (Bucket Seats) Ð
If Equipped.........................158
NStorage And Seats (Quad Cab Models)......160
NPlastic Grocery Bag Retainers.............161
mRear Window Features...................161
NElectric Rear Window Defroster And Heated
Side View Mirrors Ð If Equipped..........161
NPower Sliding Rear Window Ð If Equipped . . 162
NSliding Rear Window Ð If Equipped.......162
mFold Flat Load Floor Ð If Equipped.........163
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MIRRORS
Inside Mirror
The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view
through the rear window.
Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the
small control under the mirror to the night position
(toward rear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted
while set in the day position (toward windshield).
Adjusting Rear View Mirror
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Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heated
Sideview Mirrors ± If Equipped
The Electric Rear Window Defroster and Heated
side view mirrors are activated by pressing the
heated grid button, located on the Climate Control panel,
with the ignition On. Turning Off the rear window
defroster or the ignition will deactivate the Electric Rear
Window Defroster and Heated side view mirrors feature.
These features turn off automatically after 15 minutes
have elapsed for the first activation per ignition cycle.
Each subsequent activation of these features per ignition
cycle will shutoff automatically after 10 minutes have
elapsed. To reactivate, simply press the button again.
Trailer Towing Mirrors ± If Equipped
These mirrors are designed with an adjustable mirror
head to provide a greater vision range when towing
extra-wide loads. To change position inboard or out-
board, the mirror head should be rotated (flipped Out or
In). A small blindspot mirror is integrated onto the main
mirror surface.
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