2006 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL fog light

▫Reclining Seats.......................108
▫Adjustable Head Restraints..............108
▫Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment —
If Equipped.........................109
▫Power Seats — If Equipped..............110
▫Rear Seat Features — Mega Cab Models.....112
▫Heated Seats — If Equipped.............117

To Open And Close The Hood.............118

Lights...............................120
▫Interior Lights.......................120
▫Battery Saver........................121
▫Headlamp Delay......................122
▫Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights.....122▫Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only And
Fleet Vehicles)........................123
▫Lights-On Reminder...................123
▫Fog Lights — If Equipped...............123
▫Cargo Light — If Equipped..............124

Multifunction Control Lever...............124
▫Turn Signals.........................124
▫Passing Light........................125
▫High Beam / Low Beam Select Switch......125
▫Windshield Wipers....................126
▫Windshield Washers...................127

Tilt Steering Column....................128

Driver Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped......129
74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other abrasive materials to clean the lenses.
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only and Fleet
Vehicles)
The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when the
engine is started. This provides a constantLights ON
condition until the ignition is turned OFF. The lights
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.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123
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that the anti-lock portion of the brake system is not
functioning and that service is required. See your autho-
rized dealer immediately. The ABS light could also
illuminate during loss of traction and remain illuminated
until the brake pedal is pressed.
20. Cargo Light
The Cargo Lamp light will illuminate when the Cargo
Lamp is activated by pressing the Cargo Light Button on
the headlight switch.
21. SERV 4WD Indicator
The 4WD indicator will be illuminated whenever the
4WD mode is engaged for either the manual or electric
shift 4WD systems. The SERV 4WD indicator monitors
the electric shift 4WD system. If the SERV 4WD light
stays on or comes on during driving, it means that the
4WD system is not functioning properly and that service
is required.22. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped
This light shows when the front fog lights are ON.
23. Water In Fuel Indicator
Indicates there is water detected in the fuel
filter bowl. Refer to the Maintenance section,
Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter, for water
drain procedure. (See page 387 for more infor-
mation.)
24. Low Washer Fluid Light
This light comes on when the washer fluid level falls
below approximately 1/4 full. The light will remain on
until fluid is added and ignition switch is cycled.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183
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Bulb Replacement......................424
▫Headlight (Halogen)/Front Park And
Turn Lights.........................424
▫Tail, Stop, Turn And Backup Lights.........428
▫Center High-Mounted Stoplight With
Cargo Light.........................430
▫Cab Top Clearance Lights — If Equipped....431
▫Tailgate ID Lights (Dual Rear Wheels) —
If Equipped.........................433▫Rear Light Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheel) –
If Equipped.........................434
▫Side Marker Lights (Dual Rear Wheels)......435
▫Fog Lights..........................436

Fluid Capacities........................437

Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts........438
▫Engine.............................438
▫Chassis............................439
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 373
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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......................... 912LIGHT BULBS — Outside Bulb No.
Tail & Stop............................3057
Cab Clearance Lights...................... 168
Dual Rear Wheel Sidemarker Light............ 168
Dual Rear Wheel Tailgate ID Lights (3)......... 168
BULB 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.
1. Open the hood
424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

3. Turn socket14turn counterclockwise and remove from
assembly to access the bulb.
4. Pull bulb straight out from socket.
5. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous-
ing.
Fog Lights
1. Reach under the vehicle, unlock and twist connector
counterclockwise14turn and remove connector and bulb
from housing.
436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze................. 400
Event Data Recorder...................... 54
Exhaust Gas Caution................71,169,397
Exhaust System.................71,396,397,412
Exterior Lighting........................ 122
Fan .................................. 402
Filters
Engine Oil.....................379,382,438
Flashers
Turn Signal.......................... 124
Flat Tire Stowage.....................352,362
Fluid, Brake........................... 439
Fluid Capacities......................... 437
Fluid Level Checks
Brake............................... 403
Manual Transmission................... 406
Power Steering........................ 392
Transfer Case......................... 406Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 438
Fog Lights.......................123,183,436
Fold Flat Load Floor..................... 162
Four Wheel Drive....................... 273
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 350
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 366
Front Axle (Differential)................394,405
Fuel..............................314,318
Diesel.........................314,318,438
Gauge.............................. 184
Requirements......................... 314
Specifications......................... 317
Tank Capacity........................ 437
Fuses................................ 420
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 141
Gauges............................... 177
Coolant Temperature.................... 179
Fuel................................ 184
482 INDEX

Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 78
Instrument Cluster....................176,177
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 175
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 419
Integrated Power Module.................. 420
Interior Appearance Care.................. 418
Interior Lights.......................... 120
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 126
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 351
Jack Operation.......................... 353
Jump Starting.......................... 363
Key, Replacement........................ 13
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 12
Key-In Reminder......................... 12
Keyless Entry System...................... 22
Keys................................12,17Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 124
Lap Belts.............................. 40
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 31
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) . 60
Life of Tires............................ 307
Lights..............................72,120
Airbag............................53,178
Anti-Lock Warning..................182,290
Brake Warning........................ 182
Bulb Replacement...................... 424
Cap Top Clearance..................... 431
Cargo .............................. 124
Center Mounted Stop................... 430
Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator)........ 181
Courtesy/Reading..................... 134
Cruise.............................. 185
Daytime Running...................... 123
Dual Wheel Assembly Rear............... 433
Fog ..........................123,183,436
484 INDEX