2006 DODGE RAM 1500 GAS Owners Manual

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

A Word About Your Keys ..................12
▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................12
▫ Sentry Key — If Equipped ................12

Ignition And Steering Lock .................14
▫ Manual Transmissions ...................14
▫ Automatic Transmissions .................15

Door Key .............................16

Door Locks ............................17
▫ Manual Locks .........................17 ▫
Power Door Locks — If Equipped ..........18
▫ Child Protection Door Lock ...............21

Remote Keyless Entry — If Equipped .........22
▫ To Unlock The Doors ...................23
▫ To Lock The Doors .....................23
▫ Using The Panic Alarm ..................24
▫ General Information ....................25
▫ Transmitter Battery Service ...............25

Security Alarm System — If Equipped .........26
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▫Rearming Of The System .................26
▫ To Set The Alarm ......................27
▫ To Disarm The System ...................27

Windows .............................28
▫ Power Windows—If Equipped .............28
▫ Power Sliding Rear Window—If Equipped ....29
▫ Sliding Rear Window—If Equipped .........30
▫ Wind Buffeting ........................30

Occupant Restraints (1500 Standard And Quad
Cab Only) .............................30
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .....................31
▫ Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ....38
▫ Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode –
If Equipped ..........................39 ▫
Center Lap Belts .......................40
▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ...................40
▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System
(BeltAlert) ...........................41
▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ............42
▫ Seat Belt Extender ......................42
▫ Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS)—Airbags ...........43
▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) ...............54
▫ Child Restraint ........................56


Occupant Restraints (2500/3500/Mega Cab Only)..67
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .....................68
▫ Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ....76
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▫Automatic Locking Restraint (ALR) Mode –
If Equipped ..........................76
▫ Center Lap Belts .......................77
▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ...................78
▫ Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System
(BeltAlert) ...........................78
▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ............79
▫ Seat Belt Extender ......................80
▫ Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS)—Airbag ............80
▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) ...............91 ▫
Child Restraint ........................93

Engine Break-In Recommendations ..........106

Safety Tips ...........................107
▫ Transporting Passengers ................107
▫ Lock Your Vehicle .....................107
▫ Exhaust Gas .........................108
▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle .............................109
▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The
Vehicle .............................109
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
The double sided keys may be inserted into the locks
with either side up. The keys for your new vehicle are
enclosed in a plastic bag with a bar code label affixed to
the front. The bar code can be used to order duplicate
keys from your dealer or a locksmith. If you received
your keys without the bag, ask your dealer to give you
the number.
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
If you open the driver’s door when the key is in the
ignition switch, a chime will sound to remind you to
remove the key.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves.
Always remove the key from the ignition and lock
all the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
SENTRY KEY — IF EQUIPPED
With this system, an electronically coded ignition key
sends a signal to the vehicle electronics. If the electronics
recognizes the signal, the vehicle will start and continue
to run. If the system does not recognize the signal the
vehicle will start and run for a maximum of 2 seconds
after the initial key ON. After six unsuccessful attempts
at starting, the system will shut down until the correct
key is used.
NOTE: The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not
compatible with remote starting systems. Use of these
systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a
loss of security protection. Additional Sentry Keys or
Mobil Speed-pass™ devices held against or immediately
adjacent to the ignition key when starting the engine may
cause vehicle starting problems. If a problem occurs,
remove the Sentry Key from the key-ring and attempt to
start the vehicle again. Pagers, cell phones, walkman, etc.
will have no effect on this system.
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TheSecurity Light , located in the instrument cluster,
will illuminate for about 3 seconds when the ignition
switch is first turned to the ON position. If the vehicle
electronics do not receive a valid signal from the ignition
key, the Security Light will flash continuously to signal
that the vehicle has been immobilized. If the Security
Light  remains on during vehicle operation, it indicates a
fault in the system electronics. If this option was ordered,
all of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been
programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Replacement Keys
NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once
a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it cannot
be programmed to any other vehicle.
At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided
with a four digit PIN. This number is required for dealer replacement of keys. Duplication of keys may be per-
formed at an authorized dealer or by using the Customer
Key Programming procedure. This procedure consists of
programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A
blank key is one which has never been programmed and
needs to be cut.
NOTE:
When having the Sentry Key System serviced,
bring all vehicle keys to the dealer.
Customer Key Programming
You can program new keys to the system if you have two
valid keys by doing the following:
1. Insert the first valid key into the ignition and turn the
ignition to the ON position for at least 3 seconds but no
longer than 15 seconds. Turn the ignition back to the OFF
position and remove the first key.
2. Insert the second valid key and switch the ignition to
the ON position within 15 seconds. After 10 seconds the
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Security Lightwill begin to flash. Turn the ignition back
to the OFF position and remove the second key.
3. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition and switch
the ignition to the ON position within 60 seconds of
having removed the second key. After 10 seconds the
 Security Light will stop flashing, then turn on for 3
seconds; then turn off.
The new Sentry Key has been programmed. The Keyless
Entry Transmitter will also be programmed during this
procedure. Repeat this process to program up to an
additional 6 keys. A maximum of 8 keys can be pro-
grammed to the system, including the original keys
provided with the vehicle.
General Information
This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with
RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the
following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference that may be
received including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
NOTE:
Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
proved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
IGNITION AND STEERING LOCK
Insert the key fully, and then turn the switch to one of the
five illustrated positions. The key can be inserted or
withdrawn only in the LOCK position.
Manual Transmissions
When the steering wheel is in the LOCK position, the
steering and ignition systems are locked to provide
antitheft protection for your vehicle. It may be difficult to
turn the key from the LOCK position when starting your
vehicle. Move the steering wheel left and right while
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turning the key until it turns easily. To remove the key,
depress and hold the release button located between the
ignition switch and the instrument panel. Turn the igni-
tion key to LOCK and remove the key.Automatic Transmissions
In the LOCK position, the steering and ignition systems
are locked to provide antitheft protection for your ve-
hicle. It may be difficult to turn the key from the LOCK
position when starting your vehicle. Move the steering
wheel left and right while turning the key until it turns
easily. The key can be inserted or withdrawn only in the
LOCK position. Push in on the key in the ignition lock
cylinder to rotate to the LOCK position.
Ignition Switch Positions
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NOTE:The steering wheel will lock when the key is
removed, and the steering wheel is turned around 115
degrees from center clockwise and around 65 degrees
counterclockwise. NOTE:
On vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-
mission, the key cannot be turned to LOCK until the
selector is in the PARK position. Do not attempt to pull
the shift lever out of PARK after the key is in the LOCK
position.
DOOR KEY
The same key used to start the vehicle is also used to
unlock the doors. To unlock the vehicle doors, insert the
key into the lock and turn.
To lock the doors, insert the key and turn.
Ignition Switch Positions
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