2007 DODGE RAM 1500 GAS airbag off

Infants and Small Children
There are different sizes and types of restraints for
children from newborn size to the child almost large
enough for an adult safety belt. Use the restraint that is
correct for your child:
•Safety experts recommend that children ride
rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least
one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg). Two types
of child restraints can be used rearward-facing: infant
carriers andconvertiblechild seats. Both types of
child restraints are held in the vehicle by the lap/
shoulder belt.
•The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the
vehicle. It is recommended for children who weigh up
to about 20 lbs (9 kg).Convertiblechild seats can be
used either rearward-facing or forward-facing in the
vehicle. Convertible child seats often have a higher
weight limit in the rearward-facing direction thaninfant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facing
by children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are
less than one year old.
•Rearward-facing child seats mustNEVERbe used in
the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger airbag
unless the airbag is turned off. An airbag deployment
could cause severe injury or death to infants in this
position.
•Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who
are older than one year can ride forward-facing in the
vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and convertible
child seats used in the forward-facing direction are for
children who weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg) and who
are older than one year. These child seats are also held
in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt.
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•The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weigh-
ing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small
to fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child
cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle’s seat
cushion while the child’s back is against the seat back,
they should use a belt-positioning-booster seat. The
child and booster seat are held in the vehicle by the
lap/shoulder belt. (Some booster seats are equipped
with a front shield and are held in the vehicle by the
lap portion.) For further information refer to
www.seatcheck.org.WARNING!
•Improper installation can lead to failure of an
infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a
collision. The child could be badly injured or
killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions ex-
actly when installing an infant or child restraint.
•A rearward facing child restraint should only be
used in a rear seat, or in the front seat if the
passenger’s front airbag is Off. If the airbag is left
On, a rearward facing child restraint in the front
seat may be struck by a deploying passenger
airbag which may cause severe or fatal injury to
the infant.
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Identification dots are located above the standard cab
front seat lower anchorages as a guide for locating lower
anchors.
NOTE:For children riding in the front seat of a Stan-
dard Cab model refer to the “Passenger Airbag On/Off
Switch” located in this section.
Standard Cab Passenger Seat
Quad Cab Rear Outboard Seats
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Adding Fuel........................... 384
Adjustable Pedals....................... 174
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . 459,484
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 463
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............463,464
Air Conditioning System................286,463
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control........ 289
Air Pressure, Tires....................367,375
Airbag..........................47,54,86,92
Airbag Light......................57,219,228
Airbag On/Off Switch...................54,92
Airbag, Side............................ 95
Alarm (Security Alarm).................18,230
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 18
Alignment and Balance................... 374
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 279
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........470,471,512
Disposal............................ 472Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............341,344
Anti-Lock Warning Light...............232,342
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 18
Anti-Theft System.....................18,230
Appearance Care........................ 487
Ashtray............................... 198
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 122
Automatic Transaxle...................... 12
Interlock System........................ 15
Automatic Transmission
Adding Fluid......................... 481
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 482
Fluid Level Check...................... 480
Fluid Type........................480,515
Shift Indicator........................ 230
Shifting............................. 307
Special Additives...................... 482
Axle Fluid..........................477,515
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 477
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Odometer..........................230,235
Trip .............................230,235
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road)............ 337
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement)............ 337
Oil, Engine.........................454,514
Capacity............................ 512
Change Interval....................... 455
Dipstick............................. 454
Disposal............................ 457
Filter............................457,514
Filter Disposal........................ 457
Identification Logo..................... 456
Materials Added to..................... 457
Pressure Gauge....................... 228
Recommendation...................456,512
Synthetic............................ 457
Viscosity..........................456,512
Onboard Diagnostic System..............450,451
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 186Operating Precautions.................... 450
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 122
Overdrive............................. 309
Overdrive OFF Switch.................... 309
Overhead Console....................179,180
Overhead Travel Information Center.......... 180
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).......... 546
Parking Brake.......................... 338
Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch...........54,92
Passing Light........................... 170
Pedals, Adjustable....................... 174
Phone, Cellular......................... 126
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™)............ 126
Pickup Box............................ 213
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 362
Positive Crankcase Valve.................. 461
Power
Distribution Center (Fuses)............... 492
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