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Dodge 2006 RAM 1500 User Manual
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Published: 2019-12-30 00:00:00
Updated: 2023-08-09
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INTRODUCTION
3
Introduction
4
How To Use This Manual
4
Warnings And Cautions
5
Van Conversions/Campers
5
Vehicle Identification Number
6
Vehicle Modifications / Alterations
7
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
9
A Word About Your Keys
12
Key In Ignition Reminder
12
Sentry Key — If Equipped
12
Ignition And Steering Lock
14
Manual Transmissions
14
Automatic Transmissions
15
Door Key
16
Door Locks
17
Manual Locks
17
Power Door Locks — If Equipped
18
Child Protection Door Lock
21
Remote Keyless Entry — If Equipped
22
To Unlock The Doors
23
To Lock The Doors
23
Using The Panic Alarm
24
General Information
25
Transmitter Battery Service
25
Security Alarm System — If Equipped
26
Rearming Of The System
26
To Set The Alarm
27
To Disarm The System
27
Windows
28
Power Windows—If Equipped
28
Power Sliding Rear Window—If Equipped
29
Sliding Rear Window—If Equipped
30
Wind Buffeting
30
Occupant Restraints (1500 Standard And Quad Cab Only)
30
Lap/Shoulder Belts
31
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
38
Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode – If Equipped
39
Center Lap Belts
40
Seat Belt Pretensioners
40
Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert)
41
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
42
Seat Belt Extender
42
Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)—Airbags
43
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
54
Child Restraint
56
Occupant Restraints (2500/3500/Mega Cab Only)
67
Lap/Shoulder Belts
68
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
76
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
10
Automatic Locking Restraint (ALR) Mode – If Equipped
76
Center Lap Belts
77
Seat Belt Pretensioners
78
Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert)
78
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
79
Seat Belt Extender
80
Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)—Airbag
80
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
91
Child Restraint
93
Engine Break In Recommendations
106
Safety Tips
107
Transporting Passengers
107
Lock Your Vehicle
107
Exhaust Gas
108
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
109
Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
109
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
111
Mirrors
116
Inside Mirror
116
Automatic Dimming Mirror— If Equipped
117
Outside Mirrors
117
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature
118
Electronic Power Mirrors — If Equipped
118
Electric Rear Window Defroster And Heated Sideview Mirrors — If Equipped
119
Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped
119
Hands–Free Communication (UConnectTM) — If Equipped
121
Operations
123
Phone Call Features
130
UConnectTM System Features
132
Advanced Phone Connectivity
137
Things You Should Know About Your UConnectTM System
139
Seats
144
40 20 40 Front Seat
145
Reclining Seats (1500 Standard And Quad Cab Models)
146
Reclining Seats (2500/3500/Mega Cab Models)
147
Adjustable Head Restraints
147
Manual Rotary Lumbar Support Adjustment — If Equipped
148
Power Seats (1500 Standard And Quad Cab Models) — If Equipped
149
Power Seats (2500/3500/Mega Cab Models) — If Equipped
151
Rear Seat Features — Mega Cab Models
153
Heated Seats — If Equipped
158
To Open And Close The Hood
160
Lights
161
Interior Lights
162
Battery Saver
163
Headlamp Delay
163
Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights
164
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only And Fleet Vehicles)
164
Lights On Reminder
165
Fog Lights — If Equipped
165
Cargo Light — If Equipped
165
Multifunction Control Lever
166
Turn Signals
166
Passing Light
166
High Beam / Low Beam Select Switch
167
Windshield Wipers
167
Windshield Washers
168
Tilt Steering Column
169
Driver Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped
170
Adjustment
171
Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped
172
To Activate
172
To Set At A Desired Speed
172
To Deactivate
172
To Resume Speed
173
To Vary The Speed Setting
173
To Accelerate For Passing
174
Overhead Console— If Equipped
175
Courtesy/Reading Lights
176
Overhead Console With Compass/Temperature Mini Trip Computer — If Equipped
176
US/M Button
177
Reset Button
177
Global Reset
178
Step Button
178
Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)
178
Distance To Empty (DTE)
178
Trip Odometer (ODO)
179
Elapsed Time (ET)
179
C/T Button
180
Automatic Compass Calibration
180
Manual Compass Calibration
181
Recalibrating The Compass
181
Outside Temperature
183
Garage Door Opener — If Equipped
183
Programming HomeLink
185
Canadian Programming/Gate Programming
187
Using HomeLink
188
Erasing HomeLink Buttons
188
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button
188
Security
189
Power Sunroof — If Equipped
189
Open Sunroof Express Mode
190
Comfort Stop
190
Closing Sunroof Express
191
Pinch Protect Feature
191
Pinch Protect Override
191
Venting Sunroof Express
191
Sunshade Operation
191
Wind Buffeting
192
Sunroof Maintenance
192
Sunroof Fully Closed
192
Electrical Power Outlets
192
Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver
194
Cupholders
195
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (40–20–40 Seats) — Automatic Transmission
195
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats) — Automatic Transmission
197
Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — Manual Transmission
197
Rear Cupholder — Quad Cab — If Equipped
198
Rear Cupholder — Mega Cab
198
Storage
199
Center Storage Compartment (40–20–40 Seat) — If Equipped
199
Center Storage Compartment (Bucket Seats)— If Equipped
200
Storage And Seats (Quad Cab Models)
202
Storage And Seats (Mega Cab Models)
202
Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Mega Cab Models)
204
Fold Flat Load Floor — If Equipped
204
Fold Flat Load Floor — If Equipped
204
Pickup Box
207
Slide In Campers
209
Camper Applications
209
Easy Off Tailgate
209
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
213
Instruments And Controls
217
Instrument Cluster
218
Instrument Cluster Description
219
Electronic Digital Clock
227
Clock Setting Procedure
227
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
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
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
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
Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 And WMA Play)
262
Sales Code REC — AM/FM/CD (6–Disc) Radio With Navigation System
265
Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio (If Equipped)
265
Clock Setting Procedure
265
Video Entertainment System (Sales Code XRV) — If Equipped
266
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
Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped
270
Radio Operation
271
Tape Player
271
CD Player
271
Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance
272
Compact Disc Maintenance
273
Radio Operation And Cellular Phones
273
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
STARTING AND OPERATING
289
Ignition/Starter Switch
294
Lock
294
Off
294
On
294
Start
295
ACC
295
Manual Transmission Key Release Button
295
Key Reminder
296
Starting Procedures
296
Manual Transmission
296
Automatic Transmission
296
If Engine Fails To Start
297
Engine Block Heater — If Equipped
297
After Starting
298
Transmission Shifting
299
Automatic Transmission With Overdrive
299
Manual Transmission
304
Four Wheel Drive Operation — If Equipped
308
Manually Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions
308
Shifting Procedure Manually Shifted Transfer Case
311
Transfer Case Reminder Light
312
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions (5 Position Switch)— If Equipped
312
Shifting Procedure Electronically Shifted Transfer Case
318
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions (4 Position Switch)— If Equipped
320
Shifting Procedure Electronically Shifted Transfer Case
325
Limited Slip Differential — If Equipped
327
Parking Brake
328
Brake System
330
3500 Dual Rear Wheel Models Only
330
Brake Noise
330
Rear Wheel Anti Lock Brake System — RWAL
331
Four Wheel Anti Lock Brake System — If Equipped
331
Power Steering
333
Multi Displacement System (MDS) 5.7L Engine Only
334
Tire Safety Information
335
Tire Markings
335
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
338
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
339
Tires—General Information
343
Tire Pressure
343
Tire Inflation Pressures
344
Radial Ply Tires
346
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
347
Limited Use Spare — If Equipped
348
Tire Spinning
348
Tread Wear Indicators
349
Life Of Tire
350
Replacement Tires
350
Alignment And Balance
351
Supplemental Tire Pressure Information – If Equipped
352
Tire Chains
352
Snow Tires
354
Tire Rotation Recommendations
354
Dual Rear Wheels
355
Fuel Requirements
356
Reformulated Gasoline
357
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
358
MMT In Gasoline
358
Materials Added To Fuel
359
Fuel System Cautions
359
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
360
Adding Fuel
360
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
361
Flexible Fuel— (Fleet Vehicles Only)
363
E 85 General Information
363
Ethanol Fuel (E 85)
363
Fuel Requirements
363
Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E 85) And Gasoline Vehicles
364
Starting
364
Cruising Range
365
Replacement Parts
365
Maintenance
365
Catalytic Converter
365
Vehicle Loading
367
Certification Label
367
Trailer Towing
370
Common Towing Definitions
370
Trailer Hitch Classification
372
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
373
Trailer And Tongue Weight
373
Towing Requirements
375
Towing Tips
379
Trailer Towing Mirrors — If Equipped
381
Snowplow
382
Dodge Ram 1500 Models
382
Before Plowing
383
Snowplow Model Prep Package Availability
384
Over The Road Operation With Snowplow Attached
385
Methods For Removing Snow
385
Operating Tips
385
General Maintenance
386
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
387
Recreational Towing – 2 Wheel Drive Models
387
Recreational Towing – 4 Wheel Drive Models
387
Driving Off Road
394
Traction
395
Equipment Identification Plate
395
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
397
Hazard Warning Lights
398
Jack Location
399
Removal (2500/3500/Mega Cab)
399
Removal (1500 Standard Cab/Quad Cab Vehicles)
400
Reinstalling The Scissors Type Jack And Tools (1500 Models)
401
Changing A Flat Tire
403
Removing The Spare Tire
404
Tire Changing Procedure
405
Hoisting
416
Jump Starting
416
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
419
Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped
420
Towing A Disabled Vehicle
420
4 Wheel Drive Vehicles
421
2–Wheel Drive Vehicles
421
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
423
Engine Compartment— 3.7L/4.7L
426
Engine Compartment— 5.7L
427
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
428
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
428
Dealer Service
430
Replacement Parts
431
Maintenance Procedures
431
Engine Oil
431
Engine Oil Filter
435
Drive Belts — Check Condition And Tensioner
435
Spark Plugs
436
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
436
Engine Fuel Filter
436
Catalytic Converter
437
Emission Related Components
439
Maintenance Free Battery
439
Air Conditioner Maintenance
440
Power Steering — Fluid Check
441
Front Suspension Ball Joints
441
Steering Linkage — Inspection
442
Half Shaft Constant Velocity Joints
442
Front Prop Shaft Lubrication — 2500/3500 (4X4) Models
443
Body Lubrication
443
Windshield Wiper Blades
444
Windshield Washers
444
Exhaust System
445
Cooling System
446
Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
449
Brake System
450
Clutch Hydraulic System
451
Clutch Linkage
452
Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level
452
Transfer Case
453
Manual Transmission
453
Automatic Transmission
454
Front Wheel Bearings
457
Selection Of Lubricating Grease
457
Noise Control System Required Maintenance & Warranty For 3500 2 Wheel Drive And 4 Wheel Drive Models Over 10,000 Lbs.(4 535 Kg) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
458
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
462
Integrated Power Module
466
Vehicle Storage
469
Replacement Light Bulbs
470
Bulb Replacement
470
Headlight (Halogen)/Front Park And Turn Lights
470
Tail, Stop, Turn And Backup Lights
474
Center High Mounted Stoplight With Cargo Light
476
Cab Top Clearance Lights — If Equipped
477
Tailgate ID Lights (Dual Rear Wheels) — If Equipped
479
Rear Light Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheel) – If Equipped
480
Side Marker Lights (Dual Rear Wheels)
481
Fog Lights
482
Fluids And Capacities
483
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
485
Engine
485
Chassis
486
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
487
Emission Control System Maintenance
488
Maintenance Schedules
488
Schedule “B”
491
Schedule “A”
503
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
509
Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
510
Prepare For The Appointment
510
Prepare A List
510
Be Reasonable With Requests
510
If You Need Assistance
510
Warranty Information (U.S.Vehicles Only)
513
Mopar Parts
513
Reporting Safety Defects
513
In Canada
513
Publication Order Forms
514
Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
515
Treadwear
515
Traction Grades
515
Temperature Grades
516
INDEX
517
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