2023 RAM 1500 headlight bulb

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE49

Fog Light Switch (Vehicles Sold In Canada Only)

The fog lights will operate only when the parking lights are
on or when the vehicle headlights are on low beam.
An indicator light located in the instrument cluster will
illuminate when the fog lights are on. The fog lights will
turn off when the button is pushed a second time, when
the headlight switch is rotated to the O (off) position, or the
high beam is selected.
If the fog lights are off, one of the fog lights will illuminate
depending on the direction in which the vehicle is turning.
This will provide increased visibility while turning,
depending on the angle of the steering wheel.
TURN SIGNALS
Move the multifunction lever up or down to activate the
turn signals. The arrows on each side of the instrument
cluster flash to show proper operation.
NOTE:
If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is
a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light
bulb.
 For information on Turn Signal Activated Blind Spot
Assist, see
Úpage 163.
LANE CHANGE ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED
Lightly push the multifunction lever up or down, without
moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal will flash
three times then automatically turn off.
CARGO LIGHTS/TRAILER SPOTTER
L
IGHTS/TRAILER HITCH LIGHT WITH
B
ED LIGHTS — IF EQUIPPED
The cargo light, bed lights, trailer spotter lights, and trailer
hitch light are turned on by pushing the cargo light button
located on the lower half of the headlight switch.

Cargo/Bed Lights Button On Headlight Switch
Cargo/Bed Lights Button On Headlight Switch
(Vehicles Sold In Canada)

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LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped
The LaneSense indicator light illuminates solid
green when both lane markings have been
detected and the system is “armed” and ready
to provide visual and torque warnings if an
unintentional lane departure occurs
Úpage 161.
Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light
This indicator light will illuminate when the
parking lights or headlights are turned on.
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
When the left or right turn signal is activated,
the turn signal indicator will flash
independently and the corresponding exterior
turn signal lamps will flash. Turn signals can be
activated when the multifunction lever is moved down
(left) or up (right).
NOTE:
 A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven
more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on.
 Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either indi -
cator flashes at a rapid rate.
 If equipped with fog lamps, the fog lamp on the side of
the activated turn signal will also illuminate to provide
additional light when turning.
Cruise Control SET Indicator Light —
If Equipped With Premium Instrument
Cluster Display
This light will turn on when the cruise control is
set Úpage 143.
Stop/Start Active Indicator Light —
If Equipped
This indicator light will illuminate when the
Stop/Start function is in “Autostop” mode
Úpage 141.
4WD AUTO Indicator Light — If Equipped
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in
the four-wheel drive auto mode, and the front
axle is engaged, but the vehicle's power is sent
to the rear wheels. Four-wheel drive will be
automatically engaged when the vehicle senses a loss of
traction
Úpage 130.
WHITE INDICATOR LIGHTS
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready
Indicator Light — If Equipped
This light will illuminate when the vehicle
equipped with ACC has been turned on but not
set
Úpage 145.
Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light
This indicator light will illuminate when the
cruise control is ready, but not set Úpage 143.
Selec-Speed Control (SSC) Indicator
Light — If Equipped
This indicator shows when the SSC feature is
turned on. The light will be on solid when SSC is
armed. SSC can only be armed when the
transfer case is in the “4WD Low” position and
the vehicle speed is less than 20 mph (32 km/h). If these conditions are not met while attempting to use the SSC
feature, the SSC indicator light will flash on/off.
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366SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
BASE QUAD: LOW BEAM HEADLAMP, HIGH
BEAM HEADLAMP, FRONT PARK AND TURN —
IF EQUIPPED
Low Beam
See the following steps to replace:

1. Open the hood.

2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
3. Locate the low beam access cover, which can be
found on the back side of the headlamps.

Low Beam Headlight Cover
NOTE:
It may be necessary to remove/reposition Air Cleaner
Assembly to access passenger side headlamp/side
marker light bulbs.
4. Disengage the bulb access cover by rotating counter
-
clockwise.
5. Disconnect the internal lamp wiring harness connector from the low beam bulb.
Front Fog Lamps
LED
Side Indicators (Front And Side View Mirror – If Equipped) LED
Base Rear Tail/Turn and Stop Lamp 7440LL/W21WLL
Premium Rear Tail/Turn/Backup and Stop Lamp LED
Base Backup Lamp 7440/W21W
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) 921
Cargo Lamp 921
Rear License Plate Lamp LED
Base Turn Lamp 7440NA / WY21W
Exterior Bulbs
Bulb Name Bulb Number

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6. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise a quarter turn to
unlock the bulb from the lamp.
7. Pull the bulb straight out from the housing.
8. Reverse the procedure for installation of new bulb and covers.
High Beam

High Beam Headlight Cover

See the following steps to replace:

1. Open the hood.

2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
3. Locate the high beam access cover, which can be found on the back side of the headlamps.
NOTE:It may be necessary to remove/reposition Air Cleaner
Assembly to access passenger side headlamp/side
marker light bulbs.
4. Reach behind the headlamp and disengage the access cover by rotating counterclockwise.
5. Disconnect the internal lamp wiring harness connector from the high beam bulb.
6. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise a quarter turn to unlock the bulb from the lamp.
7. Pull the bulb straight out from the housing.
8. Reverse the procedure for installation of new bulb and cover. Front Park And Turn
See the following steps to replace:

1. Open the hood.

2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
3. Locate the park and turn socket, which can be found
on the back side of the headlamps.

Park And Turn Socket

4. Reach behind the headlamp and unlock the park and turn socket from the lamp by rotating counter -
clockwise a quarter turn.
5. Pull the bulb straight out from the housing.
6. Separate the bulb from the socket without twisting.
7. Reverse the procedure for installation of new bulb and covers.
CAUTION!
Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with
your fingers or by allowing it to contact other oily
surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result.
 Always use the correct bulb size and type for replace -
ment. An incorrect bulb size or type may overheat
and cause damage to the lamp, the bulb socket, or
the lamp wiring.
CAUTION!
 Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with
your fingers or by allowing it to contact other oily
surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result.
 Always use the correct bulb size and type for
replacement. An incorrect bulb size or type may
overheat and cause damage to the lamp, the bulb
socket, or the lamp wiring.
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Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, OrShallow Standing Water .................................... 189
Hazard Warning Flashers ............................................ 314
Head Restraints .............................................................. 34
Head Rests ...................................................................... 34
Head Up Display (HUD) — If Equipped

b
................. 105
Headlights .................................................................... 366 Cleaning................................................................... 388
Delay ...........................................................................48
High Beam..................................................................47
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch .......................47
Lights On Reminder ...................................................48
On With Wipers ..........................................................48
Passing ....................................................................... 48
Switch .........................................................................46
Heads Up Display (HUD) ..................................... 104
, 105
Heated Mirrors ................................................................42 Heated Seats...................................................................33
Heated Steering Wheel...................................................28Heater, Engine Block ................................................... 121
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ...........47
Hill Start Assist ............................................................. 266
Hitches Trailer Towing .......................................................... 176
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ..................................42
Hood Release ..................................................................74
HUD ...................................................................... 104
, 105
IIgnition............................................................................. 20 Switch......................................................................... 20
Ignition Park Interlock ..................................................125
Illuminated Entry............................................................. 52
Inside Rearview Mirror ..........................................38
, 314
Instrument Cluster ............................................ 93, 95, 98
Descriptions ........................................................ 94, 96
Display........................................................................ 98
Engine Oil Reset ...................................................... 101
Location And Controls ............................................... 98
Menu Items .............................................................. 101
Instrument Cluster Display Audio ........................................................................ 103
Driver Assist ............................................................. 101
Fuel Economy .......................................................... 102
Off-Road ...................................................................102Speedometer ...........................................................101StopStart .................................................................. 103
Stored Messages..................................................... 103Trailer Tow................................................................ 103
Trip............................................................................103
Vehicle Info .............................................................. 102
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................................. 391
Integrated Trailer Brake Control ..................................180
Interior Appearance Care ............................................. 390
Interior Lights .................................................................. 50
Introduction...................................................................237
Inverter Outlet (115V) .................................................... 67
JJack Location ................................................................ 317
Jacking And Tire Changing
b
.................................... 317
Jump Starting ............................................................... 325
KKey Fob ........................................................................... 16 Panic Alarm ............................................................... 17
Programming Additional Key Fobs ........................... 19
Key Fob Battery Replacement ....................................... 17
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry)............ 19 Keyless Enter ‘n Go ............................................... 25
, 118
Passive Entry ............................................................. 25
Keys ................................................................................. 16
LLane Change Assist ........................................................ 49 LaneSense .................................................................... 161
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...................................................... 283
Latches ......................................................................... 313 Hood........................................................................... 74
Lead Free Gasoline ...................................................... 393
Leaks, Fluid................................................................... 313
Life Of Tires ................................................................... 379
Light Air Suspension ........................................................ 113
Light Bulbs ...........................................................313
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Lights ............................................................................ 3134WD ......................................................................... 114
Air Bag ...................................................108
, 288, 311
Air Suspension Fault............................................... 110
Brake Assist Warning ............................................. 265
Brake Warning ........................................................ 108 Bulb Replacement .................................................. 365Cargo ................................................................ 49
, 113
Center Mounted Stop ............................................. 369
Courtesy/Reading...................................................... 50
Cruise.............................................................. 115
, 116
Daytime Running ....................................................... 47
ECO Mode................................................................ 114 Electric Power Steering .......................................... 109Electronic Stability Program(ESP) Indicator .......... 109
Exterior ............................................................. 46
, 313
Fog .................................................................. 114, 368
Hazard Warning Flasher ......................................... 314
Headlights ...........................................................46
, 48
High Beam........................................................ 47, 116
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...................................47
Hill Descent Control Indicator ................................ 115
Hood Open .............................................................. 109
Illuminated Entry........................................................52
Interior ........................................................................50
LaneSense .............................................................. 115
Lights On Reminder ...................................................48
NEUTRAL ................................................................. 114 Oil Temperature ....................................................... 110
Park .......................................................................... 115
Passing....................................................................... 48
Rear Axle Lock ............................................... 112
, 114
Rear Tail Lamps....................................................... 368
Seat Belt Reminder ................................................. 110
Security Alarm.......................................................... 110
Service .....................................................................365
Service Forward Collision........................................ 112
Service LaneSense..................................................111
Service Stop Start....................................................112 Stop Start Active ...................................................... 115
Traction Control ....................................................... 265
Trailer Brake Disconnected ....................................110
Transmission Temperature..................................... 110
Turn Signals ............................................................. 366
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions.... 107
, 109
Limited-Slip Differential...................................... 140, 354
Load Shed Battery Saver Mode ...................................106
Load Shed Battery Saver On ........................................ 106
Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction ......................... 106
Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor..........................106
Loading Vehicle............................................................. 172 Tires.......................................................................... 374
Locks Automatic Door.......................................................... 27
Child Protection ......................................................... 27
Power Door ................................................................ 25
Low Tire Pressure System ............................................277
Lubrication, Body .......................................................... 347
Lug Nuts ........................................................................ 392
Lug Nuts/Bolts .............................................................. 392
MMaintenance................................................................... 73
Maintenance Free Battery ........................................... 340
Maintenance Schedule ................................................ 333
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) ............... 111
Manage My Account..................................................... 248
Manual Service ..................................................................... 401
Media Hub ...................................................................... 65 Media Mode .................................................................. 226
Memory Seat .................................................................. 29
Memory Settings ............................................................ 29
Methanol ....................................................................... 394
Midline Instrument Cluster — Gasoline

b
.................. 93
Mirrors ............................................................................. 38 Automatic Dimming .................................................. 38
Digital ......................................................................... 39
Electric Powered ....................................................... 41
Heated ....................................................................... 42
Manual Dimming....................................................... 38
Memory ...................................................................... 29
Outside....................................................................... 40
Power Folding ............................................................ 41
Rearview ........................................................... 38
, 314
Trailer Towing ............................................................ 42
Vanity ......................................................................... 39
Mobile App .................................................................... 238
Modifications/Alterations Vehicle ....................................................................... 11
Monitor, Tire Pressure System .................................... 277
Mopar Parts .................................................................. 400
MP3 Control .................................................................... 65
Multi-Function Control Lever ......................................... 47 Multifunction Tailgate .................................................... 75
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