2008 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL fuses

²The light remains on or flickers after the six to eight-
second interval.
²The light flickers or comes on and remains on while
driving.
NOTE:If the speedometer, tachometer or any engine-
related gauges are not working, the airbag control mod-
ule may also be disabled. The airbags may not be ready
to inflate for your protection. Promptly check fuse block
for blown fuses. Refer to the label located on the inside of
the fuse block cover for the proper airbag fuses. See your
authorized dealer if the fuse is good.
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
In the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed to
record up to five seconds of specific vehicle data param-
eters (see the following list) in an event data recorder
prior to the moment of airbag deployment and up to a
quarter-second of high-speed deceleration data duringand/or after airbag deployment. EDR data are ONLY
recorded if an airbag deploys and are otherwise unavail-
able.
NOTE:Under certain circumstances, EDR data may not
be recorded (e.g., loss of battery power).
In conjunction with other data gathered during a com-
plete accident investigation, the electronic data may be
used by DaimlerChrysler Corporation and others to learn
more about the possible causes of crashes and associated
injuries in order to assess and improve vehicle perfor-
mance. In addition to crash investigations initiated by
DaimlerChrysler Corporation, such investigations may
be requested by customers, insurance carriers, govern-
ment officials, and professional crash researchers, such as
those associated with universities, and with hospital and
insurance organizations.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59
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NFront Suspension Ball Joints..............431
NSteering Linkage Ð Inspection............432
NFront Prop Shaft Lubrication.............432
NFront Axle Universal Drive Joints And Ball
Joints..............................432
NBody Lubrication.....................433
NWindshield Wiper Blades................433
NWindshield Washers...................434
NExhaust System......................435
NCooling System.......................436
NFan ...............................442
NCharge Air Cooler (Inter-Cooler)..........442
NHoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses.......443NBrake System........................443
NClutch Linkage.......................445
NClutch Hydraulic System................445
NRear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid
Level..............................446
NTransfer Case Ð If Equipped.............446
NManual Transmission Ð If Equipped.......447
NAutomatic Transmission................447
NFront Wheel Bearings..................450
NNoise Control System Required Maintenance
& Warranty.........................451
NAppearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................455
mFuses (Integrated Power Module)...........459
406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be
used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive
cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp
rag.
2. Dry with a soft tissue.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or
lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the car to
wash them.
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
Dry with a soft tissue.
FUSES (INTEGRATED POWER MODULE)
An integrated power module is located in the engine
compartment near the battery. This center contains car-
tridge fuses and mini fuses. A description of each fuse
and component may be stamped on the inside cover,
otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on
the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart.
Integrated Power Module Location
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 459
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Fan .................................. 442
Filters
Closed Crankcase Ventilation (CCV)......... 426
Engine Oil.....................413,416,480
Flashers
Turn Signal.......................... 133
Flat Tire Stowage.....................386,396
Fluid, Brake........................... 482
Fluid Capacities......................... 479
Fluid Level Checks
Brake............................... 444
Manual Transmission.................446,447
Power Steering........................ 431
Transfer Case......................... 446
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 480
Fog Lights.......................132,193,469
Fold Flat Load Floor..................... 174
Four Wheel Drive....................... 294
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 384Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 400
Front Axle (Differential)................432,446
Fuel..............................348,349
Adding............................. 349
Diesel.........................348,349,480
Gauge.............................. 199
Light............................... 199
Requirements......................... 348
Specifications......................... 349
Tank Capacity........................ 479
Fuses................................ 459
Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) ........... 151
Gauges............................... 189
Coolant Temperature.................... 191
Fuel................................ 199
Oil Pressure.......................... 191
Speedometer......................... 190
Tachometer.......................... 190
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Illuminated Entry........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................... 15
Infant Restraint........................61,62
Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 333
Information Center...................... 143
Information Center, Vehicle................. 143
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 84
Instrument Cluster....................188,189
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 187
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 458
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 459
Interior Appearance Care.................. 457
Interior Lights.......................... 129
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 136
Intervention Regeneration Strategy........... 425
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 385
Jack Operation.......................... 387Jump Starting.......................... 397
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Keyless Entry System...................... 21
Keys................................. 12
Knee Bolster............................ 48
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 133
Lap Belts.............................. 45
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 36
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren).............................. 65
Life of Tires............................ 330
Lights..............................78,129
Airbag............................58,190
Anti-Lock Warning..................195,314
Brake Warning........................ 194
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Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 320
Power
Distribution Center (Fuses)............... 459
Door Locks........................... 27
Mirrors.............................. 86
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).......... 160
Seats............................... 119
Sliding Rear Window.................34,173
Steering..........................315,431
Sunroof............................. 158
Windows............................. 32
Power Steering Fluid..................... 482
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 47
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 45
Programmable Electronic Features............ 146
Radial Ply Tires......................... 327
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 439Radio Broadcast Signals................... 200
Radio, Navigation....................... 238
Radio Operation...................202,210,224
Radio Remote Controls.................... 246
Radio, Satellite.......................239,241
Radio (Sound Systems)..............202,210,224
Rear Axle (Differential).................... 446
Rear Seat, Folding....................121,123
Rear Wheel Bearings..................... 451
Rear Window Features.................... 173
Rear Window, Sliding...................34,174
Reclining Front Seats..................... 117
Reclining Rear Seats...................... 121
Recorder, Event Data...................... 59
Recreational Towing...................... 375
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N)....376,378
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) . . . 377,380
Refrigerant............................ 431
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 46
INDEX 517
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Trailer Towing Guide..................... 361
Trailer Weight.......................... 361
Transaxle
Automatic............................ 12
Manual.............................. 14
Transfer Case
Electronically Shifted.................... 299
Fluid............................... 482
Transmission
Automatic........................285,447
Fluid............................... 482
Maintenance.......................... 447
Manual........................269,291,447
Shifting............................. 285
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................. 25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) . . 151
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 330Trip Odometer.......................192,199
Turn Signals...................133,190,466,470
UConnectŸ (Hands-Free Phone).............. 89
Underhood Fuses........................ 459
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 503
Universal Transmitter..................... 151
Variance, Compass....................... 150
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 8
Vehicle Information Center................. 143
Vehicle Loading......................321,352
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 8
Vehicle Storage......................... 464
Video Entertainment System (Rear Seat Video
System)............................... 241
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 415
Voltmeter...........................189,275
522 INDEX