2006 DODGE RAM 3500 DIESEL radio antenna

▫Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 And
WMA Play).........................220

Sales Code REC — AM/FM/CD (6–Disc) Radio
With Navigation System..................222
▫Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio
(If Equipped)........................223
▫Clock Setting Procedure.................223

Video Entertainment System (Sales Code XRV) —
If Equipped...........................223

Satellite Radio — If Equipped..............223
▫System Activation.....................224
▫Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ESN/SID)....................224
▫Selecting Satellite Mode In REF, RAQ, And
RAK Radios.........................225▫Selecting a Channel....................226
▫Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels......226
▫Using The PTY (Program Type) Button
(If Equipped)........................226
▫PTY ButtonScan.....................226
▫PTY ButtonSeek.....................227
▫Satellite Antenna......................227
▫Reception Quality.....................227

Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped . . 228
▫Radio Operation......................228
▫Tape Player.........................229
▫CD Player..........................229

Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance.......229
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173
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NOTE:If you experience difficulty in playing a particu-
lar disc, it may be damaged, oversized, or have theft
protection encoding. Try a known good disc before
considering disc player service.
RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES
Under certain conditions, the operation of a cellular
phone in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy perfor-
mance from your radio. This condition may be lessened
or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna.
This condition is not harmful to the radio. If your radio
performance does not satisfactorily “clear” by the repo-
sitioning of the antenna, it is recommended that the radio
volume be turned down or off during cellular phone
operation.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
The controls for the heating and ventilation system in this
vehicle consist of a series of rotary knobs. These comfort
controls can be set to obtain desired interior conditions.
Climate Control Location
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231
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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.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419
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Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . 385,412
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 391
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............391,392
Air Conditioning System................234,391
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control........ 238
Air Filter.............................. 385
Air Pressure, Tires....................301,309
Airbag..............................43,49
Airbag Light.........................72,178
Airbag On/Off Switch..................... 49
Airbag, Side............................ 52
Alarm, Out of Park Sense.................. 271
Alarm (Security Alarm).................26,180
Alignment and Balance................... 308
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 227
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................ 400
Capacities........................... 437
Anti-Lock Warning Light...............182,290Anti-Theft System.....................26,180
Appearance Care........................ 416
Ashtray............................... 152
Automatic Transmission................... 407
Adding Fluid......................... 407
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 408
Fluid Level Check...................... 407
Fluid Type........................408,439
Shift Indicator........................ 180
Shifting............................. 266
Special Additives...................... 409
Axle Fluid..........................406,439
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 406
Ball Joints............................. 393
Battery............................... 390
Blanket..........................261,391
Emergency Starting..................... 363
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 121
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Radio (Sound Systems)..............186,194,208
Rear Axle (Differential).................405,406
Rear Seat, Folding..................... 112,114
Rear Wheel Bearings..................... 410
Reclining Front Seats..................... 108
Reclining Rear Seats...................... 112
Recorder, Event Data...................... 54
Recreational Towing...................... 339
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N)....340,342
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) . . . 341,344
Refrigerant............................ 392
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 41
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 22
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 228
Replacement Tires....................... 307
Reporting Safety Defects................... 473
Restraint, Head......................... 108
Restraints, Child.......................55,63
Rotation, Tires.......................... 311Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 72
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 72
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 473
Safety Information, Tire................... 291
Safety Tips............................. 70
Satellite Radio.......................... 223
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 227
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 419
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 41
Seat Belts..........................30,31,72
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 38
And Pregnant Women................... 42
Child Restraint.......................55,68
Extender............................. 42
Front Seat............................ 31
Pretensioners.......................... 40
Reminder............................ 178
Seats..............................106,107
Adjustment.......................... 106
488 INDEX