2011 Ram 2500 CD player

The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a
pushbutton in the center. Pressing the top of the switch
will increase the volume, and pressing the bottom of the
switch will decrease the volume.
The button located in the center of the right hand control
will switch modes to Radio, CD or other valid audio
source.
The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a
pushbutton in the center. The function of the left hand
control is different depending on which mode you are in.
The following describes the left hand control operation in
each mode.
Radio Operation
Pressing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the next
listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch
will SEEK down for the next listenable station.The button located in the center of the left hand control
will tune to the next pre-set station that you have
programmed in the radio pre-set pushbuttons.
CD Player
Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next
track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once
will go to the beginning of the current track or to the
beginning of the previous track if it is within one second
after the current track begins to play.
If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the
second track, three times, it will play the third, etc.
The button in the center of the left hand switch changes
CDs on the 6–Disc in-dash CD changer radio. This button
does not function for all other radios.
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CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE
To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following
precautions:
1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the
surface.
2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth,
wiping from center to edge.
3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch-
ing the disc.
4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners,
or anti-static sprays.
5. Store the disc in its case after playing.
6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight.
7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become
too high.NOTE:If you experience difficulty in playing a particu-
lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective
coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc)
oversized, or have protection encoding. Try a known
good disc before considering disc player service.
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES
Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in
your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from
your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated
by relocating the mobile phone antenna. This condition is
not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance does
not satisfactorily “clear” by the repositioning of the
antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be
turned down or off during mobile phone operation.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the
temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating
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Coolant Level......................534,537
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 537
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 534
Inspection........................... 537
Points to Remember.................... 538
Pressure Cap......................... 536
Radiator Cap......................... 536
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......535,569,571
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 135
Cupholders............................ 166
Customer Assistance..................... 593
Data Recorder, Event...................... 67
Daytime Running Lights................... 127
Dealer Service.......................... 522
Defroster, Rear Window................... 176
Defroster, Windshield................84,288,294
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 130
Differential, Limited-Slip.................. 360Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 544
Power Steering........................ 386
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 508
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 537
Door Locks............................. 29
Door Opener, Garage..................... 151
Driving
Off-Pavement......................... 343
Off-Road............................ 343
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water........................ 362
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy.... 231
Dual Rear Wheels.....................423,498
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™).... 282
E-85 Fuel............................. 440
Electric Rear Window Defrost............... 176
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