2007 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL Owners Manual

Exhaust Gas
WARNING!
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, a poten-
tially toxic gas that by itself is colorless and odorless.
To avoid inhaling these gases, the following precau-
tions should be observed:
•Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined
areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in
or out of the area.
•If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running for more than a short period, adjust
your climate control system to force outside air into
the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed and the
controls in any position except OFF or MAX A/C.
•The best protection against carbon monoxide entry
into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine
exhaust system.
Be aware of changes in the sound of the exhaust system;
exhaust fumes detected inside the vehicle; or damage to
the underside or rear of the vehicle. Have a competent
mechanic inspect the complete exhaust system and adja-
cent body areas for broken, damaged, deteriorated or
mispositioned parts. Open seams or loose connections
could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger
compartment. In addition, inspect the exhaust system
each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil
change. Replace or adjust as required.
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Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Heater Defroster Ducts
Inspect the heater defroster ducts for proper operation.
Check for proper air flow through all defroster ducts. If
there are any question regarding the operation of your
heater defroster ducts, have the system checked by an
authorized dealer
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if
they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing,
etc.) or if the front airbags have deployed. If there is any
question regarding belt or retractor condition, replace the
belt.
Airbag Light
The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your
authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers or comes
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho-
rized dealer. If there is a problem with the airbag light the
seatbelt light will flash.
Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The
Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for tread wear or uneven wear patterns.
Check for stones, nails, glass or other objects lodged in
the tread.
Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall cracks. Check wheel
nuts for tightness and tires for proper pressure.
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Lights
Check the operation of all exterior lights. Check turn
signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument
panel.
Door Latches
Check for positive closing, latching and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
water, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if fuel fumes are
detected the cause should be located and corrected.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

Mirrors ...............................82
▫ Inside Mirror .........................82
▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror— If Equipped ....83
▫ Outside Mirrors .......................83
▫ Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature ...........84
▫ Electronic Power Mirrors — If Equipped ......84
▫ Electric Rear Window Defroster And Heated
Sideview Mirrors — If Equipped ...........85
▫ Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped .......85

Hands–Free Communication (UConnect™) — If
Equipped .............................87
▫ Operations ...........................88
▫ Phone Call Features ....................95
▫ UConnect™ System Features ..............97
▫ Advanced Phone Connectivity ............102
▫ Things You Should Know About Your UConnect™
System .............................103

Seats ................................109
▫ 40-20-40 Front Seat ....................110
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▫Reclining Seats .......................111
▫ Adjustable Head Restraints ..............111
▫ Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment —
If Equipped .........................112
▫ Power Seats — If Equipped ..............113
▫ Rear Seat Features — Mega Cab Models .....114
▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped .............119

To Open And Close The Hood .............121

Lights ...............................122
▫ Interior Lights .......................123
▫ Battery Saver ........................124
▫ Headlamp Delay ......................124
▫ Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights .....124 ▫
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only And
Fleet Vehicles) ........................125
▫ Lights-On Reminder ...................126
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ...............126
▫ Cargo Light — If Equipped ..............126
▫ Multifunction Control Lever ..............127

Windshield Wipers And Washers ............129
▫ Windshield Wipers ....................129
▫ Windshield Washers ...................130

Tilt Steering Column ....................130

Driver Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped ......132
▫ Adjustment .........................132
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Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ......133
▫ To Activate ..........................133
▫ To Set At A Desired Speed ...............134
▫ To Deactivate ........................134
▫ To Resume Speed .....................134
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ...............134
▫ To Accelerate For Passing ...............135

Overhead Console— If Equipped ...........136
▫ Courtesy/Reading Lights ................136

Overhead Console With Compass/Temperature
Mini-Trip Computer — If Equipped ..........137
▫ US/M Button ........................137
▫ Reset Button .........................138 ▫
Global Reset .........................138
▫ Step Button .........................138
▫ Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO) ........139
▫ Distance To Empty (DTE) ...............139
▫ Trip Odometer (ODO) ..................140
▫ Elapsed Time (ET) .....................140
▫ C/T Button .........................140
▫ Automatic Compass Calibration ...........141
▫ Manual Compass Calibration .............141
▫ Recalibrating The Compass ..............141
▫ Outside Temperature ...................143

Garage Door Opener — If Equipped .........143
▫ Programming HomeLink ................145
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▫Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . 147
▫ Using HomeLink .....................148
▫ Erasing HomeLink Buttons ..............148
▫ Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button . . . 148
▫ Security ............................149

Power Sunroof — If Equipped .............149
▫ Open Sunroof - Express Mode ............150
▫ Comfort Stop ........................150
▫ Closing Sunroof - Express ...............151
▫ Pinch Protect Feature ...................151
▫ Pinch Protect Override .................151
▫ Venting Sunroof - Express ...............151
▫ Sunshade Operation ...................151
▫ Wind Buffeting .......................152 ▫
Sunroof Maintenance ...................152
▫ Sunroof Fully Closed ...................152

Electrical Power Outlets ..................152

Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver ............154

Cupholders ...........................155
▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40–20–40
Seats) — Automatic Transmission ..........155
▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats)
— Automatic Transmission ..............157
▫ Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — Manual
Transmission ........................157
▫ Rear Cupholder — Quad Cab —
If Equipped .........................158
▫ Rear Cupholder — Mega Cab ............158
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