2006 DODGE RAM 1500 GAS Owners Manual

Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with Mopar Glass Cleaner or any commercial household-
type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type cleaner.
Use caution when cleaning the inside rear window
equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter
window equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use
scrapers or other sharp instruments which may scratch
the elements. When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray
cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using. Do not
spray cleaner directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic. 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be
used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive
cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp
rag.
2. Dry with a soft tissue.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or
lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the car to
wash them.
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
Dry with a soft tissue.
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INTEGRATED POWER MODULE
An integrated Power Module is located in the engine
compartment near the battery. This center contains car-
tridge fuses and mini fuses. A description of each fuse
and component may be stamped on the inside cover otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on
the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart.
Cavity Cartridge
Fuse Mini
Fuse Description
1 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet Console
2 20 Amp Yellow CCN Door Locks/
BTSI
3 20 Amp Yellow Spare
4 20 Amp Yellow Spare
5 20 Amp Yellow Power Sunroof
6 10 Amp Red OCM/VIST Fan/
Wastegate
7 15 Amp Blue Reverse Lockout Sole-
noid Battery (SRT-10
Only)
Integrated Power Module Location
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini
Fuse Description
8 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors
9 30 Amp Pink Off Road Module
Power
10 5 Amp Orange Trx-Off Rd Pkg Sen
(Gas Engine Only)
11 20 Amp Yellow IOD-CNN/Radio/
Under Hood Lamp/
WCM/SDARS/HFM
12 30 Amp Pink Electric Brake
13 25 Amp Natural Power-Battery
RWAL/ABS Module
Feed
14 15 Amp Blue Park Lamps LeftCavity Cartridge
Fuse Mini
Fuse Description
15 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Park Lamps
16 15 Amp Blue Park Lamps Right
17 15 Amp Blue Spare
18 40 Amp Green ABS Pump
19 30 Amp Pink Trailer Tow
20 10 Amp Red ORC2
21 10 Amp Red ORC Preset Carrier
22 2 Amp Gray IGN Switch Feed
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini
Fuse Description
23 10 Amp Red ECM/WCM/HVC
24 20 Amp Blue Subwoofer Amplifier
(SRT-10 Only)
25 10 Amp Red Power Mirror
26 20 Amp Yellow Brake Switch/
CHMSL/Stop Lamp
27 40 Amp Green Power Seats
28 10 Amp Red Power Run/Start-
NCC/WCM/ABS/
RWAL
29 10 Amp Red Switches/EC Mirror/
Smart Bar
30 15 Amp Blue SpareCavity Cartridge
Fuse Mini
Fuse Description
31 10 Amp Red PCM/Transfer Case
Brake
32 10 Amp Red HVAC/Ajustable
Pedals/Heated Seats
Switch LED/Exhaust
Brake
33 10 Amp Red Power-IGN Run Misc
34 10 Amp Red Spare
35 15 Amp Blue CNN Illumination
36 25 Amp Natural Audio_Amplifier
37 15 Amp Blue Spare
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini
Fuse Description
38 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet IP
39 10 Amp Red Sunroof/Seatbelt Ten-
sioner
40 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighter
41 25 Amp Natural Spare
42 30 Amp Pink Diesel PCM (Diesel
Only)
1. Disconnect the battery negative (-) cable before remov-
ing the cover.
2. Use specified fuses only.
3. Always properly reinstall the cover.VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we
recommend that you take the following steps to mini-
mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery:
•Disconnect the Ignition-Off Draw fuse (I.O.D.) fuse
located in the Integrated Power Module, located in the
engine compartment. The I.O.D. cavity includes a
snap-in retainer that allows the fuse to be discon-
nected, without removing it from the fuse block.
•The electronic shift transfer case should be placed in
the 4HI mode and kept in this position to minimize the
battery drain.
•As an alternative to the above steps you may, discon-
nect the negative cables from both batteries.
NOTE: When reinstalling the IOD fuse, the gages in the
Instrument Cluster will do a full sweep, when the
ignition key is cycled to RUN. This is a normal condition.
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REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS
LIGHT BULBS — Inside Bulb No.
Overhead Console Lights ............... TS212-2
Dome Light ............................ 7679
All of the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base.
Aluminum base bulbs are not approved.
LIGHT BULBS — Outside Bulb No.
Back-Up .............................. 3057
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp ............. 912
Fog Lamp ........................... 9006LL
Headlamp (Halogen) ..................... H13
Side Marker Bulb ....................... W5W
Park & Turn Signal ................... 3157NAK
Rear License Plate Lamp ................... 168
Rear Cargo Light ......................... 912
Tail & Stop ............................ 3057
Cab Clearance Lights ...................... 168 Dual Rear Wheel Sidemarker Light
............ 168
Dual Rear Wheel Tailgate ID Lights (3) ......... 168BULB 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.
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1. Open the hood
2. Remove the two (2) bolts from the front of the head-
light housing. 3. Remove the plug from the inner fender well and
remove the nut through the access hole.
Front Headlight Housing Bolts
Inner Fender Plug
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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.
Rear Headlight Housing Nut Access
Headlight Removal
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