2006 DODGE POWER WAGON Owners Manual

EASY-OFF TAILGATE
The tailgate can be removed quickly. Tailgate removal is
sometimes required for pickup box loading. To remove
the tailgate unlatch the tailgate and remove the support
cables by releasing the lock tang from the pivot, then
rotate and pull away from the box. Once the cables are
free, move to the right side of the tailgate hinge bracket.
Raise the right side of the tailgate until the right side
pivot clears the hanger bracket. Slide the entire tailgate to
the right to free the left side pivot. Remove the tailgate
from the vehicle entirely. Do not carry the tailgate loose in
the truck pickup box.
NOTE:Dual rear wheel pickup models require properly
spaced rear clearance lights. If such a vehicle is operated
without a tailgate, suitable lights must be installed.
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WARNING!
To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, which is deadly,
the exhaust system on vehicles equipped with “Cap
or Slide-In Campers” should extend beyond the
overhanging camper compartment and be free of
leaks.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS

Instruments And Controls.................166

Instrument Cluster......................167

Instrument Cluster Description.............168

Electronic Digital Clock..................176
▫Clock Setting Procedure.................176

Sales Code REF — AM/FM/CD (Single Disc)
Radio With Optional Hands Free Phone
Capability............................177
▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......177
▫Operation Instructions - CD Mode.........180▫Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone
— If Equipped.......................182

Sales Code RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio
With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone,
And Video Capabilities...................182
▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......183
▫Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For CD
Audio Play).........................186
▫Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For CD Audio
Play) ..............................188
▫NotesOnPlayingMP3Files .............1904

▫Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3
Audio Play).........................192
▫Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) . . 192

Sales Code RAK – AM/FM/Cassette/CD (6-Disc)
Radio With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free
Phone, Video, MP3, And WMA Capabilities....195
▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......195
▫Operating Instructions — Tape Player.......199
▫Seek Button.........................199
▫Fast Forward (FF).....................200
▫Rewind (RW)........................200
▫TapeEject...........................200
▫Scan Button.........................200
▫Changing Tape Direction................200▫MetalTapeSelection ...................200
▫Pinch Roller Release...................200
▫Noise Reduction......................201
▫Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For CD
Audio Play).........................201
▫Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For CD Audio
Play) ..............................202
▫NotesOnPlayingMP3Files .............204
▫Operation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3
And WMA Audio Play).................206
▫Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 And
WMAPlay) .........................206

Sales Code REC — AM/FM/CD (6–Disc) Radio
With Navigation System..................209
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▫Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio (If
Equipped)..........................209

Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped . . 210
▫Radio Operation......................210
▫Tape Player.........................211
▫CD Player..........................211

Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance.......211

Compact Disc Maintenance................212

Radio Operation And Cellular Phones........213

Climate Controls.......................213▫Heater Only — Fleet Vehicles.............214
▫Air Conditioning And Heating
— If Equipped.......................216
▫Electric Rear Window Defroster And Heated
Sideview Mirrors — If Equipped..........219
▫Air Conditioning With Dual Zone Temperature
Control — If Equipped.................219
▫Operating Tips.......................224
▫Operating Tips Chart...................226
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION
1. Check Gages
This light illuminates when the Voltmeter, Engine
Oil Pressure or Engine Coolant Temperature
gages indicate a reading either too high or too low.
Examine the gages carefully, and follow the instructions
above for each indicated problem.
NOTE:When the ignition switch is turned to OFF, the
Fuel Gage, Voltmeter, Oil Pressure and Engine Coolant
Temperature gages may not show accurate readings.
When the engine is not running, turn the ignition switch
to ON to obtain accurate readings.
2. Voltage Gauge
When the engine is running, the gauge indicates
the electrical system voltage. The pointer should
stay within the normal range if the battery is charged. Ifthe pointer moves to either extreme left or right and
remains there during normal driving, the electrical sys-
tem should be serviced.
NOTE:If the gauge pointer moves to either extreme of
the gauge, the “Check Gages” indicator will illuminate
and a single chime will sound. The “Check Gages”
indicator may also illuminate prior to the voltage gauge
moving out of normal range. In either case, see you local
authorized Dealer for system service.
3. Turn Signal Indicators
Lights in instrument cluster flash when outside turn
signals are operating. (See page 125 for more informa-
tion.)
4. Tachometer
The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per
minute.
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