Dodge 1500 (Gas) (2006 year). Instruction - page 14

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CONTENTS

䡵 Instruments And Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
䡵 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
䡵 Instrument Cluster Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
䡵 Electronic Digital Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227

▫ Clock Setting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227

䡵 Sales Code REF — AM/FM/CD (Single Disc)

Radio With Optional Satellite Radio And Hands
Free Phone Capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228

▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode . . . . . . . 228
▫ Operation Instructions - CD Mode . . . . . . . . . 232

▫ Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode . . . . . 234
▫ Operating Instructions - Hands Free Phone —

If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235

▫ Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio —

If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236

䡵 Sales Code RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio

With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone,
And Vehicle Entertainment Systems (VES)
Capabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236

▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode . . . . . . . 236

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▫ Operation Instructions -

(CD Mode For CD Audio Play) . . . . . . . . . . . 242

▫ Load/Eject Button

(CD Mode For CD Audio Play) . . . . . . . . . . . 243

▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
▫ Operation Instructions -

(CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play) . . . . . . . . . . 248

▫ Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) . . 248

䡵 Sales Code RAK – AM/FM/Cassette/CD (6-Disc)

Radio With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free
Phone, Video, MP3, And WMA Capabilities . . . . 250

▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode . . . . . . . 251
▫ Operating Instructions — Tape Player . . . . . . . 255
▫ Seek Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
▫ Fast Forward (FF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255

▫ Rewind (RW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
▫ Tape Eject . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
▫ Scan Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
▫ Changing Tape Direction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
▫ Metal Tape Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
▫ Pinch Roller Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
▫ Noise Reduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
▫ Operation Instructions -

(CD Mode For CD Audio Play) . . . . . . . . . . . 257

▫ Load/Eject Button

(CD Mode For CD Audio Play) . . . . . . . . . . . 258

▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
▫ Operation Instructions -

(CD Mode For MP3 And WMA Audio Play) . . 262

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▫ Load/Eject Button

(CD Mode For MP3 And WMA Play) . . . . . . . 262

䡵 Sales Code REC — AM/FM/CD (6–Disc)

Radio With Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265

▫ Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio

(If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265

▫ Clock Setting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265

䡵 Video Entertainment System (Sales Code XRV) —

If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266

䡵 Satellite Radio — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266

▫ System Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification

Number (ESN/SID) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267

▫ Selecting Satellite Mode In REF, RAQ, And

RAK Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268

▫ Selecting a Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
▫ Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels . . . . . . 269
▫ Using The PTY (Program Type) Button

(If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269

▫ PTY Button ⬙Scan⬙ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
▫ PTY Button ⬙Seek⬙ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
▫ Satellite Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
▫ Reception Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270

䡵 Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped . . 270

▫ Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
▫ Tape Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
▫ CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271

䡵 Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance . . . . . . . 272

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䡵 Compact Disc Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones . . . . . . . . 273
䡵 Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274

▫ Heater Only — Fleet Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
▫ Air Conditioning And Heating —

If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277

▫ Electric Rear Window Defroster And Heated

Sideview Mirrors — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . 280

▫ Air Conditioning With Dual Zone Temperature

Control — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280

▫ Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
▫ Operating Tips Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287

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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION

1. Check Gages

This light illuminates when the Voltmeter, Engine
Oil Pressure or Engine Coolant Temperature

gages indicate a reading either too high or too low.
Examine the gages carefully, and follow the instructions
above for each indicated problem.

NOTE:

When the ignition switch is turned to OFF, the

Fuel Gage, Voltmeter, Oil Pressure and Engine Coolant
Temperature gages may not show accurate readings.
When the engine is not running, turn the ignition switch
to ON to obtain accurate readings.

2. Voltage Gauge

When the engine is running, the gauge indicates
the electrical system voltage. The pointer should

stay within the normal range if the battery is charged. If

the pointer moves to either extreme left or right and
remains there during normal driving, the electrical sys-
tem should be serviced.

NOTE:

If the gauge pointer moves to either extreme of

the gauge, the “Check Gages” indicator will illuminate
and a single chime will sound. The “Check Gages”
indicator may also illuminate prior to the voltage gauge
moving out of normal range. In either case, see you local
authorized Dealer for system service.

3. Turn Signal Indicators
Lights in instrument cluster flash when outside turn
signals are operating. (See page 166 for more informa-
tion.)

4. Tachometer
The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per
minute.

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CAUTION!

Do not operate the engine with the tachometer
pointer at high rpm for extended periods. Engine
damage may occur.

5. Airbag Indicator Light
The indicator lights and remains lit for 6 to 8 seconds
when the ignition is first turned on. If the light stays on,
flickers or comes on while driving, have the airbag
system checked by an authorized dealer.

6. High Beam Indicator

This indicator shows that headlights are on high
beam.

7. Seat Belt Reminder Light

When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this
light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb check.
During the bulb check, if the driver’s seat belt is

unbuckled, a chime will sound. After the bulb check or
when driving, if the driver seat belt remains unbuckled,
the Seat Belt Warning Light will flash or remain on
continuously. Refer to

⬙Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Re-

minder System (BeltAlert™)

⬙ in the Occupant Restraints

section for more information. (See page 30 for more
information.)

8. Speedometer
The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in miles per
hour and/or kilometers per hour.

9. Oil Pressure Gauge

The pointer should always indicate some oil pres-
sure when the engine is running. A continuous

high or low reading, under normal driving conditions,
may indicate a lubrication system malfunction. Immedi-
ate service should be obtained. (See page 431 for more
information.)

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NOTE:

If the gauge pointer moves to either extreme of

the gauge, the “Check Gages” indicator will illuminate
and a single chime will sound.

10. Transfer Case Position
(See page 308 for more information.)

11. TOW HAUL
The TOW HAUL button is located at the end of the gear
shift lever. This light will illuminate when the TOW
HAUL OD/OFF button is pushed once. (See page 303 for
more information.)

12. OD/OFF
the OD/OFF button is located at the end of the gear shift
lever. This light will illuminate when the TOW HAUL
OD/OFF button is pushed twice. (See page 303 for more
information.)

13. Temperature Gauge

The temperature gauge indicates engine coolant
temperature. Any reading within the normal
range indicates that the cooling system is operat-

ing satisfactorily. The gauge needle will likely indicate a
higher temperature when driving in hot weather, up
mountain grades, in heavy traffic, or when towing a
trailer. If the needle rises to the “245°F” mark, stop the
vehicle, shift into N (Neutral), and increase the engine
idle speed for 2 to 3 minutes. If the temperature reading
does not return to normal, shut your engine OFF and
allow it to cool. Seek authorized service immediately. See
Cooling System information in the section on “Maintain-
ing Your Vehicle.”

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CAUTION!

Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the
engine running as you would not be able to react to
the temperature indicator if the engine overheats.

NOTE:

Engine idle speed will automatically increase to

1000 rpm at elevated coolant temperatures to improve
engine cooling.

NOTE:

If the gauge pointer moves to either extreme of

the gauge, the “Check Gages” indicator will illuminate
and a single chime will sound.

14. Security Light
The light will flash rapidly for approximately 16 seconds
when the vehicle theft alarm is arming. The light will
flash at a slower rate after the alarm is set. The security
light will also come on for about two seconds when the
ignition is first turned ON.

15. Transmission Range Indicator (Automatic
Transmissions Only)
When the gear selector lever is moved, this indicator
shows the automatic transmission gear range selected.

16. Odometer/Trip Odometer
The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has
been driven.

If the odometer reading is changed during repair or
replacement, be sure to keep a record of the reading
before and after the service so that the correct mileage can
be determined.

The trip odometer shows individual trip mileage. To
toggle between the odometer and the trip odometer,
press the Odometer/Trip Odometer Button. To reset the
Trip Odometer, press and hold the button while in trip
mode, until the Trip Odometer resets.

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NOTE:

The odometer/trip odometer Vacuum Fluores-

cent Display will also may display GASCAP, which
indicates that your gas cap is possibly loose or damaged.
(See page 361 for more information.)

The Vacuum Fluorescent Display will also display NO-
FUSE, which indicates that the IOD fuse is removed from
the Integrated Power Module. (See page 469 for more
information.)

NOTE:

There is also an engine hour function. This

indicates the total number of hours the engine has been
running. To display the engine hours perform the follow-
ing: Place the ignition in RUN, but do not start the
engine. With the odometer value displayed, hold the trip
button down for a period of 6 seconds. The odometer will
change to trip value first, then it will display the engine
hour value. The engine hours will be displayed for a
period of 30 seconds until the ignition is turned off or the
engine is started.

17. Check Gages Light

This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system
which monitors the emissions and engine control
system. If the vehicle is ready for emissions

testing the light will come on when the ignition is first
turned on and remain on, as a bulb check, until the
engine is started. If the vehicle is not ready for emissions
testing the light will come on when the ignition is first
turned on and remain on for 15 seconds, then blink for 5
seconds, and remain on until the vehicle is started. If the
bulb does not come on during starting, have the condi-
tion investigated promptly.

If this light comes on and remains on while driving, it
suggests a potential engine control problem and the need
for system service.

Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your dealer for service as soon as
possible.

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CAUTION!

Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
damage to the engine control system. It also could
affect fuel economy and driveability.

If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic converter
damage and power loss will soon occur. Immediate
service is required.

18. Brake System Warning Light
This light illuminates when the ignition key is turned to
the ON position and remains on for a few seconds. If the
light stays on longer, it may be an indication that the
parking brake has not been released. This light will
illuminate if the brake fluid is low, especially when
braking or accelerating hard. This light will illuminate if
the ABS indicator light has a malfunction. This light will
flash if the engine is running and the parking brake is on.

If the light remains on when the parking brake is
released, it indicates a possible brake hydraulic system
malfunction. In this case, the light will remain on until
the cause is corrected.

If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is necessary
and continued operation of the vehicle in this condition is
dangerous.

Acceleration which causes the rear wheels to slip for a
period of time may result in the red brake light illumi-
nating and a brake switch code being set on ABS
equipped vehicles. Depressing the brake pedal should
extinguish the red brake light.

19. ABS Warning Light

This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System
which is described elsewhere in this manual. This

light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the
ON position and may stay on for five seconds. If the ABS
light remains on or comes on during driving, it indicates

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that the anti-lock portion of the brake system is not
functioning and that service is required. See your autho-
rized dealer immediately. The ABS light could also
illuminate during loss of traction and remain illuminated
until the brake pedal is pressed.

20. Cargo Light
The Cargo Lamp light will illuminate when the Cargo
Lamp is activated by pressing the Cargo Light Button on
the headlight switch.

21. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)

This light informs you of a problem with the
Electronic Throttle Control system. If a prob-
lem is detected the light will come on while the
engine is running. If the light remains lit with

the engine running your vehicle will usually be drivable,
however, see your dealer for service as soon as possible.
If the light is flashing when the engine is running,
immediate service is required and you may experience

reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine
stall and your vehicle may require towing. The light will
come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain
on for 15 seconds as a bulb check. If the light does not
come on during starting, have the system checked by an
authorized dealer.

22. SERV 4WD Indicator
The 4WD indicator will be illuminated whenever the
4WD mode is engaged for either the manual or electric
shift 4WD systems. The SERV 4WD indicator monitors
the electric shift 4WD system. If the SERV 4WD light
stays on or comes on during driving, it means that the
4WD system is not functioning properly and that service
is required.

23. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped

This light shows when the front fog lights are ON.

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24. Low Washer Fluid Light
This light comes on when the washer fluid level falls
below approximately 1/4 full. The light will remain on
until fluid is added and ignition switch is cycled.

25. Transmission Oil Temperature Warning Light
(Automatic Transmissions Only)

This light indicates that there is excessive trans-
mission fluid temperature that might occur
with severe usage such as trailer towing. It may
also occur when operating the vehicle in a high

torque converter slip condition, such as 4-wheel-drive
operation (e.g. snow plowing, off- road operation). If this
light comes on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle
or faster, with the transmission in NEUTRAL until the
light goes off.

26. Odometer/Trip Odometer Button
Press this button to toggle between the odometer and the
trip odometer display. Holding the button in resets the
trip odometer reading when in trip mode.

27. Fuel Gauge
Shows level of fuel in tank when ignition switch is in the
ON position.

28. Low Fuel Warning Light

When the fuel level drops to 1/16 tank, the fuel
symbol will light and a single chime will sound.
(See page 178 for more information.)

NOTE:

If your vehicle is equipped with an overhead

console module (CMTC), it is possible for DTE to display
“LO FUEL” before the low fuel warning light turns on in
the instrument cluster. This could occur because the low
fuel warning is set to a specified fuel tank volume and
DTE is an estimated distance calculation based on vehicle
fuel economy and remaining fuel tank volume.

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Ram fuel tank volumes are as follows:

• 26 gallons - 1500 short box models
• 34 gallons - 1500/2500/3500 short box models
• 35 gallons - 1500/2500/3500 long box models

29. Door Ajar

The Door Ajar light will illuminate when any
door is opened. When the ignition is ON the
Door Ajar light will stay illuminated until the
open door is closed. When the ignition is OFF

the Door Ajar light will stay illuminated until the open
door is closed or the battery saver feature automatically
turns the light off.

30. CRUISE Light
This indicator lights when the electronic speed control
system is turned on.

ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK
The clock and radio each use the display panel built into
the radio. A digital readout shows the frequency and/or
time in hours and minutes (depending on your radio
model) whenever the ignition switch is in the “ON” or
“ACC” position.

When the ignition switch is in the “OFF” position, or
when the radio frequency is being displayed, time keep-
ing is accurately maintained.

On the RAQ radio the time button alternates the location
of the time and frequency on the display. On the REF only
one of the two, time or frequency is displayed at a time.

Clock Setting Procedure

1. Press and hold the time button until the hours blink.

2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side Tune /
Audio control.

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3. After the hours are adjusted, press the right side Tune
/ Audio control to set the minutes.

4. Adjust the minutes using the right side Tune / Audio
control.

5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait approximately
5 seconds.

SALES CODE REF — AM/FM/CD (SINGLE DISC)
RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO AND
HANDS FREE PHONE CAPABILITY

NOTE:

The radio sales code is located on the lower right

side of your radio faceplate.

Operating Instructions - Radio Mode

NOTE:

The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC

position to operate the radio.

REF Radio

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