2009 DODGE RAM 3500 CHASSIS CAB door lock

Auto Down (Driver’s Side Only)
The driver’s window switch has an Auto Down feature.
Press the window switch past the detent, release, and the
window will go down automatically.
Window Lockout Switch (4-Door Models Only)
The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows
you to disable the window control on the other doors. To
disable the window controls on the other doors, press the
window lockout switch. To enable the window controls,
press the window lockout switch again.
Window Lockout Switch
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Enhanced Accident Response System
If the airbags deploy after an impact and the electrical
system remains functional, vehicles equipped with
power door locks will unlock automatically. In addition,
approximately 10 seconds after the vehicle has stopped
moving, the interior lights will light until the ignition
switch is turned off.
Maintaining Your Airbag Systems
WARNING!
•Modifications to any part of the airbag system
could cause it to fail when you need it. You could
be injured because the airbags are not there to
protect you. Do not modify the components or
wiring, including adding any kind of badges or
stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the
upper right side of the instrument panel. Do not
modify the front bumper, vehicle body structure,
or frame.
•You need proper knee impact protection in a
collision. Do not mount or locate any aftermarket
equipment on or behind the knee bolster.
•It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the
airbag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who
works on your vehicle that it has airbags.
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Airbag Warning Light
The airbag warning light should come on, and remain on,
for six to eight 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 authorized dealer. If there is a problem
with the airbag warning light, the seat belt 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.
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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LIGHTS
The headlight switch is located on the left side of the
instrument panel next to the steering wheel.
Interior Lights
Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the front
doors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotatingwheel on the right side of the switch) is rotated to the
upward detent position, or if equipped, when the UN-
LOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter. When a door is open and the interior
lights are on, rotating the dimmer control all the way
down to the OFF detent will cause all the interior lights to
go out. This is also known as the
Partymode because it
allows the doors to stay open for extended periods of
time without discharging the vehicle’s battery.
The brightness of the instrument panel lighting can be
regulated by rotating the dimmer control up (brighter) or
down (dimmer). When the headlights are on you can
supplement the brightness of the odometer, trip odom-
eter, radio and overhead console by rotating the control
up until you hear a click. This feature is termed the
“Parade” mode and is useful when headlights are re-
quired during the day.
Headlight Switch Location
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WARNING! (Continued)
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced repair person.
NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C System
Sealers, Stop Leak Products, Seal Conditioners, Compres-
sor Oil, or Refrigerants.
Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
R-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-
carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-
ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning
service be performed by authorized dealers or other
service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri-
cated periodically with a lithium based grease such as
MOPAR Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy opera-
tion and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the
application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should
be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular
attention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to insure proper function. When performing other
underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism
and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as MOPAR
Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
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Cavity CartridgeFuseMini
Fuse Description
1 20 Amp YellowPower Outlet Console
2 20 Amp
YellowCabin Compartment
Node (CCN) Door
Locks
3——
4 15 Amp
BlueAisin Transmission
Controls (Diesel Only)
5 20 Amp
YellowPower Sunroof
6 10 Amp
RedVistronic Fan/
Wastegate Solenoid
7——
8 10 Amp
RedHeated MirrorsCavity Cartridge
FuseMini
Fuse Description
9 30 Amp Pink Off Road Module
Power
10 5 Amp
OrangeTrx-Off Rd Pkg Sen
(Gas Engine Only)
NOTE: Insert 5 amp
fuse in this cavity to
enable the TRX capa-
bility (If Equipped).
11 20 Amp
Yellow Ignition Off Draw
(IOD)-Cabin Com-
partment Node
(CCN)/Radio/Under
Hood Lamp/Wireless
Control Module
(WCM)/Satellite Digi-
tal Audio Receiver
(SDARS)/Hands Free
Module (HFM)/EOM
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Door Locks............................. 27
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ 250
Dual Rear Wheels ..................... 280,322
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™) .... 201
Electric Rear Window Defrost ............... 153
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 144
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 133
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ........234,242
Emergency Brake ........................ 254
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ............... 330
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 314
Jump Starting ......................... 326
Tow Hooks .......................... 330
Towing ............................. 331
Emission Control System Maintenance ......... 382Engine
............................... 335
Air Cleaner .......................... 340
Block Heater ......................... 223
Break-In Recommendations ................ 72
Compartment Identification ............... 335
Coolant (Antifreeze) .................... 378
Exhaust Gas Caution .................. 73,284
Flooded, Starting ...................... 222
Jump Starting ......................... 326
Oil .............................. 338,378
Oil Filler Cap ......................... 339
Oil Selection .......................... 339
Oil Synthetic ......................... 340
Temperature Gauge .................... 164
Event Data Recorder ...................... 57
Exhaust Gas Caution ................73,284,345
Exhaust System ....................... 73,345
Exterior Lighting ........................ 125
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Lights.............................. 75,123
Airbag ............................ 57,163
Alarm .............................. 165
Anti-Lock ........................... 170
Anti-Lock Warning ..................... 257
Brake Warning ........................ 168
Bulb Replacement ...................... 370
Cap Top Clearance ..................... 375
Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator) ........ 168
Cruise .............................. 172
Daytime Running ...................... 126
Fog .......................... 126,167,374
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator ............... 234
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 314
Headlights ........................... 125
High Beam ........................ 128,163
High Beam Indicator .................... 163
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............. 128
Illuminated Entry ....................... 20 Instrument Cluster
..................... 162
Interior ............................. 123
Lights On Reminder .................... 126
Passing ............................. 128
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 163
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) .............. 165
Service ............................. 370
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .............. 165
Transfer Case ......................... 234
Transmission Warning ................... 171
Turn Signal ..................... 127,162,370
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..... 162
Limited-Slip Differential ................249,356
Loading Vehicle ......................... 287
Tires ............................... 262
Locks ................................. 27
Child Protection ........................ 30
Door ................................ 27
Keys ................................ 12
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