2007 DODGE RAM 1500 GAS Owners Manual

WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)
See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and
provisions of DaimlerChrysler’s warranties applicable to
this vehicle.
MOPARPARTS
Moparfluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are
available from your dealer. They will help you keep your
vehicle operating at its best.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In the 50 United States and Washington D.C.: If you
believe that your vehicle has a defect, which could cause
a crash or cause injury or death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra-
tion (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in
a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedycampaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your dealer, and the
manufacturer.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety
Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–
9153), or go to http://www.NHTSA.gov. or write to:
NHTSA, U.S. Dept. of Transportation, Washington DC
20590. You can also obtain other information about motor
vehicle safety from the Hotline.In Canada:
If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you
should contact the Customer Service Department imme-
diately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety
defect to the Canadian government should write to
Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations
and Recalls, 2780 Sheffield Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1B
3V9.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following describes the tire grading categories estab-
lished by the National highway Traffic Safety Adminis-
tration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s
manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall
of the tires on your car.All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety
Requirements in Addition to These Grades.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the
wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled con-
ditions on a specified government test course. For ex-
ample, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1
1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and
may depart significantly from the norm due to variations
in driving habits, service practices and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions
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on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. Thegrade C corresponds to a level of performance which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre-
sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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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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Ball Joints............................. 464
Battery............................... 461
Emergency Starting..................... 438
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 166
Bearings.............................. 482
Belts, Drive............................ 458
Belts, Seat............................34,73
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 466
B-Pillar Location........................ 362
Brake Assist System...................... 346
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 344
Brake Fluid.........................476,515
Brake System........................340,475
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................341,344
Disc Brakes.......................... 475
Fluid Check.......................... 476
Hoses.............................. 475
Master Cylinder....................... 476
Parking............................. 338Warning Light........................ 232
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle....... 112
Bulb Replacement....................... 499
Bulbs, Light............................ 498
Cab Top Clearance Lights.................. 507
Calibration, Compass..................... 184
Camper............................... 215
Capacities, Fluid........................ 512
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine).......................... 456
Power Steering........................ 464
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 471
Car Washes............................ 488
Carbon Monoxide Warning...........217,218,383
Cargo Light............................ 168
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance......... 281
Catalytic Converter...................... 459
CD (Compact Disc) Player............238,246,260
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Cellular Phone.......................... 126
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 506
Center Lap Belts.......................43,83
Center Seat Storage Compartment.........203,204
Certification Label....................... 389
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 359
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . 231
Child Restraint...................60,61,99,100
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.......64,68,103,107
Child Seat......................61,67,100,106
Cigar Lighter........................... 198
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 489
Climate Control......................... 283
Clock.....................236,240,248,262,275
Clutch............................... 477
Clutch Linkage Maintenance................ 477
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 282
Compact Spare Tire...................... 370Compass...........................183,184
Compass Calibration..................... 184
Compass Variance....................... 185
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 180
Console, Overhead....................... 179
Contract, Service........................ 544
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 471
Cooling System......................... 469
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 471
Coolant Capacity...................... 512
Coolant Level......................469,472
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 472
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 470
Inspection........................... 472
Points to Remember.................... 473
Pressure Cap......................... 471
Radiator Cap......................... 471
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......470,512,514
Temperature Gauge..................... 229
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