2005 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL seat adjustment

Seats................................106
▫40-20-40 Front Seat....................107
▫Reclining Seats.......................108
▫Adjustable Head Restraints..............108
▫Manual Rotary Lumbar Support
Adjustment — If Equipped..............109
▫Power Seats — If Equipped..............110
▫Heated Seats — If Equipped.............112

To Open And Close The Hood.............113

Lights...............................114
▫Interior Lights.......................114
▫Battery Saver........................115
▫Headlamp Delay — If Equipped..........116▫Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights.....116
▫Daytime Running Lights (Canada And Fleet
Vehicles Only).......................117
▫Lights-On Reminder...................117
▫Fog Lights — If Equipped...............117
▫Cargo Light.........................118

Multifunction Control Lever...............118
▫Turn Signals.........................118
▫Passing Light........................119
▫High Beam / Low Beam Select Switch......119
▫Windshield Wipers....................120
▫Windshield Washers...................121

Tilt Steering Column....................122
74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

40-20-40 Front Seat
As the name implies, the seat is divided into 3 segments.
The outboard seat portions are each 40% of the total
width of the seat. The back of the center portion (20%)
easily folds down to provide an armrest/center storage
compartment (if equipped).Each outboard seat is independently adjustable forward
orr earward and is equipped with a back recliner. The
manual forward or rearward seat adjustment handle is
found at the front edge of each seat cushion. Pull up on
the handle and slide the seat to get the most comfortable
position.
WARNING!
Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is
dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could
cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be
properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust
any seat only while the vehicle is parked.
Manual Forward and Rearward Adjustment
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107
3

To lower the head restraint, push in the button and then
push down on the head restraint.Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment — If
Equipped
Rotating the lumbar control knob on the left side of the
driver’s seatback and on the right side of the passenger’s
seatback increases or decreases the lumbar (lower back)
support.
Head Restraint Adjustment
Manual Lumbar Adjustment
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109
3

The power seat controls are on the outboard side of the
front seat cushions. Three switches control the seat move-
ment. The four-way switch in the center can be moved
forward or backwards to get the most comfortable posi-
tion. The same switch can be moved up and down tocontrol seat height. Change the seat angle by using the
two toggle switches, tilting it up or down.
Up, Down, Forward, and Rearward
Tilt Adjustment
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111
3

DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED
The power adjustable accelerator and brake pedals allow
the driver to establish a comfortable position relative to
the steering wheel and pedals.
Adjustment
1. Position the driver seat so that you are at least 10
inches (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.
4. The pedalscannotbe adjusted when the vehicle is in
R (Reverse) or when the Speed Control is SET.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123
3

degrees Fahrenheit. This cooling process enables more
efficient burning of fuel resulting in fewer emissions.
To guarantee optimum performance of the system, keep
the surfaces of the charge air cooler, condenser and
radiator clean and free of debris. Periodically check the
hoses leading to and from the charge air cooler for cracks
or loose clamps resulting in loss of pressure and reduced
engine performance.
Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
Inspect surfaces of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence
of heat and mechanical damage. Hard or soft spots,
brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and exces-
sive swelling indicate deterioration of the rubber.
Pay particular attention to those hoses nearest to high
heat sources such as the exhaust manifold. Inspect hose
routing to be sure hoses do not come in contact with any
heat source or moving component which may cause heat
damage or mechanical wear.Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or
collapsed.
Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou-
plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are
present.
Components should be replaced immediately if there is
any evidence of wear or damage that could cause failure.
Brake System
Power Disc Brakes (Front and Rear)
Disc brakes do not require adjustment; however, several
hard stops during the break-in period are recommended
to seat the linings and wear off any foreign material.
366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Restraint, Head......................... 108
Restraints, Child.......................56,62
Rotation, Tires.......................... 279
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 70
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 70
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 428
Safety Information, Tire................... 260
Safety Tips............................. 68
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 383
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 43
Seat Belts..........................33,34,70
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 41
And Pregnant Women................... 45
Child Restraint.......................56,67
Extender............................. 45
Front Seat............................ 34
Pretensioners.......................... 43
Reminder............................ 163Seats..............................106,107
Adjustment.......................... 106
Child............................... 67
Folding Floor......................... 148
Heated.............................. 112
Lumbar Support....................... 109
Power.............................. 110
Reclining............................ 108
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............29,166
Selection of Coolant...................... 398
Sentry Key............................. 11
Service Assistance....................... 424
Service Contract......................... 426
Service Information...................... 340
Service Manuals........................ 429
Setting the Clock........................ 170
Shifting............................... 237
Automatic Transmission................. 237
Manual Transmission................... 241
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