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Power Seats (1500 Standard and Quad Cab
Models) — If Equipped
CAUTION!
Don’t put anything under a power seat. It may cause
damage to the seat controls.
Power Seat Switch
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The power seat controls are on the outboard side of the
front seat cushions. One switch controls the seat move-
ment. The six-way switch can be moved forward or back-
wards to get the most comfortable position. The same
switch can be moved up and down to control seat height or
to change the seat angle by tilting it up or down.Power Seats (2500/3500/Mega Cab Models) — If
Equipped
CAUTION!
Don’t put anything under a power seat. It may cause
damage to the seat controls or the Occupant Classi-
fication System.
Power Seat Switch Position
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The power seat controls are on the outboard side of the
front seat cushions. Three switches control the seat move-
ment. The four-way switch in the center can be moved
forward or backwards to get the most comfortable posi-
tion. The same switch can be moved up and down to
control seat height. Change the seat angle by using the
two toggle switches, tilting it up or down.Rear Seat Features — Mega Cab Models
Reclining Rear Seats — Mega Cab Models
The recliner handle is on the outside of the seat cushion.
Pull up on the handle, as shown, to release the seat back
and adjust for comfort.
Tilt Adjustment
Rear Seat Recliner Handle
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Folding Rear Seat (Kneel Mode) — Mega Cab
Models
Both the left and right rear seats can be folded flat (Kneel
Mode) and used for carrying cargo. Each of the rear seatbacks provide 2 D-rings and each of the rear storage bin
lids provide 2 slotted cutouts. Use a cargo tie down to
secure cargo in the cargo carrying area.
Table Mode
Securing Cargo
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WARNING!
•It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision,
people riding in these areas are more likely to be
seriously injured or killed.
•Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat
belts.
•Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied down before driving
your vehicle. Improperly secured cargo can fly
around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the
vehicle, causing serious injury or possible death.
Secure cargo with a cargo tie down using the
D-Rings provided on the back of the seats and the
slotted cutouts in the rear storage bin lid.
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WARNING!
Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into
position. If the seatback in not securely locked into
position the seat will not provide the proper stability
for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly
latched seat could cause serious injury.
Heated Seats — If Equipped
The heated seat switches are located in the instrument
panel under the climate controls.
Each heated seat switch has two settings (HI and LOW).
Press the switch once to obtain High heat level, then
press the switch again to obtain Low heat level. Pressing
the switch a third time will turn the heated seats OFF. If
you do not purposefully turn the switch OFF, the seat
heating level will automatically change to the next lower
Heated Seat Switches
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Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
Sunroof Fully Closed
Press the switch forward and release to ensure that the
sunroof is fully closed.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
The auxiliary electrical outlet can provide power for in
cab accessories designed for use with the standard “cigar
lighter” plug. The outlet is located in the instrument
panel below and to the right of the Climate Control
Panel. A cap is attached to the outlet base indicating
“Power Outlet” 12V-20A.There is an additional Power Outlet inside the center
console of vehicles equipped with 40/20/40, or Bucket
front seats. There is also a Power Outlet located on the
rear of the center console for Quad Cab or Mega Cab
vehicles (only) equipped with bucket seats.
The outlet(s) has/have a fused direct feed from the
battery so it/they receive power whether the ignition is
ON or OFF.
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CUPHOLDERS
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40–20–40
Seats) — Automatic Transmission
Your new Ram truck is equipped with two adjustable
cupholders. The cupholder is opened by pulling on the
cup holder door handle, on the front surface. Each
opening in the cupholder is adjustable and will hold cups
and mugs of various sizes.
Ash Tray Manual Transmission
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