2006 DODGE RAM 1500 GAS high beam

Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if
they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.)
or if the front airbags have deployed. If there is any question
regarding belt or retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Light
The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see you
authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers or comes
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho-
rized dealer. If there is a problem with the airbag light the
seatbelt light will flash.
Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The
Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for tread wear or uneven wear patterns.
Check for stones, nails, glass or other objects lodged in
the tread.
Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall cracks. Check wheel
nuts for tightness and tires for proper pressure.
Lights
Check the operation of all exterior lights. Check turn
signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument
panel.
Door Latches
Check for positive closing, latching and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
water, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if fuel fumes are
detected the cause should be located and corrected.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109
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▫Reclining Seats (1500 Standard And Quad Cab
Models) ............................146
▫ Reclining Seats
(2500/3500/Mega Cab Models) ...........147
▫ Adjustable Head Restraints ..............147
▫ Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment —
If Equipped .........................148
▫ Power Seats (1500 Standard And Quad Cab
Models) — If Equipped .................149
▫ Power Seats (2500/3500/Mega Cab Models) —
If Equipped .........................151
▫ Rear Seat Features — Mega Cab Models .....153
▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped .............158

To Open And Close The Hood .............160

Lights ...............................161 ▫
Interior Lights .......................162
▫ Battery Saver ........................163
▫ Headlamp Delay ......................163
▫ Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights .....164
▫ Daytime Running Lights
(Canada Only And Fleet Vehicles) ..........164
▫ Lights-On Reminder ...................165
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ...............165
▫ Cargo Light — If Equipped ..............165

Multifunction Control Lever ...............166
▫ Turn Signals .........................166
▫ Passing Light ........................166
▫ High Beam / Low Beam Select Switch ......167
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

illuminate at less than 50% of normal intensity. If the
parking brake is applied the Daytime Running Lights
will turn off.
Lights-on Reminder
If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left
on, after the ignition is turned off, a chime will sound
when the driver’s door is opened.
Fog Lights — If Equipped
The foglights are turned ON by placing the head-
light rotary control in the parking light or head-
light position and pushing in the headlight rotary
control. The fog lights will operate only when the parking
lights are ON or when the vehicle headlights are ON low
beam. An indicator light located in the instrument cluster
will illuminate when the fog lights are on. The fog lights
will turn off when the switch is pushed a second time,
when the headlight switch is rotated to the OFF position,
or the high beam is selected.
CARGO Light — If Equipped
The cargo lights are turned on by pressing on the
CARGO button. The interior lights will also turn on
when the cargo lights are on. The cargo lights will also
turn on for 30 seconds when a key fob Unlock is pressed,
as part of the illuminated entry feature.
Cargo Light Switch
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165
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MULTIFUNCTION CONTROL LEVER
The multifunction control lever is located on the left side
of the steering column.
Turn Signals
Move the lever up or down to signal a right-hand or
left-hand turn.
The arrow on either side of the instrument cluster flashes
to indicate the direction of the turn, and proper operation
of the front and rear turn signal lights. If a defective bulb
or wiring circuit is detected for the turn signal system, the
arrow indicators will flash at a faster rate. If an indicator
fails to light when the lever is moved, it would suggest
that the switch or indicator lamp is defective.
You can signal a lane change by moving the lever
partially up or down.
Passing Light
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer-
ing wheel. This will cause the high beam headlights to
turn on until the lever is released.
Turn Signal Lever
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High Beam / Low Beam Select Switch
Pull the multifunction control lever fully toward the
steering wheel to switch the headlights from HIGH or
LOW beam.
Windshield Wipers
The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the
multifunction control lever. Turn the end of the handle to
select the desired wiper speed.
High Beam / Low Beam
Windshield Wiper / Washer Switch
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CAUTION!
Do not operate the engine with the tachometer
pointer at high rpm for extended periods. Engine
damage may occur.
5. Airbag Indicator Light
The indicator lights and remains lit for 6 to 8 seconds
when the ignition is first turned on. If the light stays on,
flickers or comes on while driving, have the airbag
system checked by an authorized dealer.
6. High Beam Indicator This indicator shows that headlights are on high
beam.
7. Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this
light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb check.
During the bulb check, if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound. After the bulb check or
when driving, if the driver seat belt remains unbuckled,
the Seat Belt Warning Light will flash or remain on
continuously. Refer to
Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Re-
minder System (BeltAlert™) in the Occupant Restraints
section for more information. (See page 30 for more
information.)
8. Speedometer
The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in miles per
hour and/or kilometers per hour.
9. Oil Pressure Gauge The pointer should always indicate some oil pres-
sure when the engine is running. A continuous
high or low reading, under normal driving conditions,
may indicate a lubrication system malfunction. Immedi-
ate service should be obtained. (See page 431 for more
information.)
220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Front Axle (Differential)................... 452
Front Wheel Bearings ..................... 457
Fuel ................................. 356
Filter ............................... 436
Gauge .............................. 226
Octane Rating ...................... 356,485
Requirements ...................... 356,483
Tank Capacity ........................ 483
Fuel, Flexible ............. See Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Fuses ................................ 466
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink ) ........... 183
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) .................. 361
Gasoline (Fuel) ......................... 356
Gasoline, Reformulated ................... 357
Gauges ............................... 219
Coolant Temperature .................... 221
Fuel ................................ 226
Oil Pressure .......................... 220 Speedometer
......................... 220
Tachometer .......................... 219
Voltmeter ............................ 219
Gear Ranges ........................ 299,305
Glass Cleaning .......................... 465
Grocery Bag Retainer ..................... 204
Gross Axle Weight Rating .................. 371
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ................ 370
GVWR ............................... 367
Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™) ............. 121
Hazard Warning Flasher ................... 398
Head Restraints ......................... 147
Headlights ............................ 470
High Beam ........................... 167
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ........ 167
Lights On Reminder .................... 165
Passing ............................. 166
Switch .............................. 164
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Heated Mirrors.................... 1 19,280,283
Heated Seats ........................... 158
Heater ............................... 277
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 167
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ 372
Hoisting .............................. 416
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 183
Hood Release .......................... 160
Hoses ................................ 449
Hub Caps ............................. 411
Ignition ............................. 14,294
Key ............................... 12,14
Lock ................................ 14
Infant Restraint ...................... 56,93,94
Inflation Pressure Tires .................... 352
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 116
Instrument Cluster .................... 218,219 Instrument Panel and Controls
.............. 217
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 465
Integrated Power Module .................. 466
Interior Appearance Care .................. 464
Interior Lights .......................... 162
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 168
Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Location ........................... 399
Jack Operation .......................... 405
Jump Starting .......................... 416
Key, Replacement ........................ 13
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 12
Key-In Reminder ......................... 12
Keyless Entry System ...................... 22
Keys ................................ 12,16
Knee Bolster ............................ 43
524 INDEX