2007 RAM CHASSIS CAB center console

▫ To Set At A Desired Speed ...............132
▫ To Deactivate ........................132
▫ To Resume Speed .....................133
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ...............133
▫ To Accelerate For Passing ...............133

Overhead Console With Compass/Temperature
Mini-Trip Computer — If Equipped ..........134
▫ US/M Button ........................135
▫ Reset Button .........................135
▫ Global Reset .........................136
▫ Step Button .........................136
▫ Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO) ........136
▫ Distance To Empty (DTE) ...............136 ▫ Trip Odometer (ODO) ..................137
▫ Elapsed Time (ET) .....................137
▫ C/T Button .........................138
▫ Automatic Compass Calibration ...........138
▫ Manual Compass Calibration .............139
▫ Recalibrating The Compass ..............139
▫ Outside Temperature ...................141

Overhead Console With Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC) — Diesel Only .....141
▫ Dome/Reading Lights ..................141
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If
Equipped ...........................142
▫ Compass/Temperature Button ............147

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NOTE: The default for the compass variance is zone 8.
To set the variance: Turn the ignition ON and set the
display to “Compass/Temperature.” Press and hold the
RESET button approximately five seconds. The last vari-
ance zone number will be displayed. Press the STEP
button to select the new variance zone and press the
RESET button to resume normal operation.
Outside Temperature
Because the ambient temperature sensor is located un-
derhood, engine temperature can influence the displayed
temperature, therefore, temperature readings are slowly
updated when the vehicle speed is below 20 mph (30
km/h) or during stop and go driving. OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH ELECTRONIC
VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) —
DIESEL ONLY
The overhead console contains dome/reading lights, and
an Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
Dome/Reading Lights
Located in the overhead console are two dome/reading
lights.
The dome/reading lights illuminate when a door is
opened or when the interior lights are turned on by
rotating the dimmer control located on the Headlight
Switch.
The reading lights are activated by pressing on the
recessed area of the corresponding lens. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141
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NOTE: The dome/reading lights will remain on until
the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have
been turned off before leaving the vehicle. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If
Equipped
Pressing the menu button will change the
display to one of the following features:
Trip Functions
Pressing the STEP button allows you to scroll through
one of the following Trip Function features:
• TRIP – Shows the total distance traveled since the last
reset. To reset the TRIP function, press and hold the
RESET button.
• ELAPSED TIME – Shows the total elapsed time of
travel since the last reset. Elapsed time will increment
when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or START
positions.
• UNIT IN US/METRIC – Press the RESET button to
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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.
All accessories connected to this/these outlet(s) should
be removed or turned OFF when the vehicle is not in use
to protect the battery against discharge.
NOTE: If desired, all of the power outlets can be
converted by your authorized dealer to provide power
with the ignition switch in the ON position only. CAUTION!Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off
• Many accessories that can be plugged in draw
power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not
in use (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if
plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will
discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life
and/or prevent engine starting.
• Accessories that draw higher power (i.e. coolers,
vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will discharge the
battery even more quickly. Only use these inter-
mittently and with greater caution.
• After the use of high power draw accessories, or
long periods of the vehicle not being started (with
accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be
driven a sufficient length of time to allow the
generator to recharge the vehicle’s battery.150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket
Seats) — Automatic Transmission
If your new Ram truck is equipped with bucket seats
there are three cup holders located on the front of the
center console. Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — Manual
Transmission
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Center Storage Compartment (Bucket Seats)— If
Equipped
Push the upper button on the front of the armrest to raise
the upper cover. Inside is a power outlet (if equipped), a
cut out for a cell phone charger cord, removable coin
holder (if equipped), and a divider to configure the storage area into separate compartments. Lift the lower
handle on the front of the armrest, and raise the armrest
for access to the lower storage bin. On Quad Cab models
the rear of the floor console offers a power outlet, and a
tip out bin.
WARNING!• This armrest is not a seat. Anyone seated on the
armrest could be seriously injured during vehicle
operation, or an accident. Only use the center
seating position when the armrest is fully upright.
• In an accident, the latch may open if the total
weight of the items stored exceeds about 10 lbs
(4.5 kg). These items could be thrown about
endangering occupants of the vehicle. Items
stored should not exceed a total of 10 lbs (4.5 kg).Center Storage Compartment UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157
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• Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
• Do not try to start engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
• Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idling or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Intervention Regeneration Strategy – EVIC
Message Process Flow (Catalyst Full Message)
(Diesel Engines Only)
Your new Cummins 6.7L diesel meets all EPA Heavy
Duty Diesel Engine Emissions Standards for 2007 MY
(HDDE07), resulting in the lowest emitting diesel engine
ever produced. To achieve these emission standards your Dodge Chassis
Cab truck is equipped with state of the art engine and
exhaust system. The engine and exhaust aftertreatment
system work together to achieve the HDDE07 standard.
These systems are seamlessly integrated into your Dodge
truck and managed by the Cummins 6.7L engine Power-
train Control Module (PCM). The PCM manages engine
combustion to allow the exhaust system’s catalyst to trap
and burn Particulate Matter (PM) pollutants, with no
input or interaction on your part.
Additionally, the overhead console in your Dodge truck
has the ability to alert you to additional maintenance
required on your truck or engine. Refer to the following
messages that may be displayed on your Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC): MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415
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trapped in the particulate filter. This message indicates
the percentage of the particulate filter capacity that has
been used.
By simply driving your Dodge truck at highway speeds
for as little as 45 minutes you can remedy the condition in
the particulate filter system and allow your Cummins
engine and exhaust Aftertreatment system to remove the
trapped PM and restore the system to normal operating
condition.
Catalyst Stat:::::::::::80%, 90%, 99%
Catalyst Stat:::::::::::80%, 90%, 99% If you are unable to
drive your vehicle under these conditions for an ex-
tended period of time after the initial warning notifica-
tion, the Engine PCM will continue to monitor the
particulate filter and will display the progression of
particulate filter usage (80, 90, 99%) on the EVIC message
center. CATALYST FULL SERVICE REQD
If the particulate filter reaches 99% of it’s capacity the
overhead console in your Dodge truck will chime twice
and display the message CATALYST FULL SERVICE
REQD. At this point the engine PCM will register a fault
code, the instrument panel will display a MIL light and
the engine PCM will derate the truck reducing its horse-
power and torque output.
The PCM derates the engine in order to limit the likeli-
hood of permanent damage to the aftertreatment system.
If this condition is not corrected and a dealer service is
not performed, extensive exhaust aftertreatment damage
can occur. In order to correct this condition it will be
necessary to have the truck serviced by your Dodge truck
dealer. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417
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