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Dodge 2005 DH Ram User Manual

Dodge 2005 DH Ram
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
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STARTING AND OPERATING
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
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INDEX
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Dodge 2005 DH Ram Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDodge
Model2005 DH Ram
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Occupant Restraints

Detailed explanation of seat belts, airbags, and child restraint systems for occupant safety.

Lap/Shoulder Belts

Operating instructions and safety guidelines for using lap and shoulder seat belts.

Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)—Airbag

Information on the front airbag system, its components, and operation for safety.

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Instruments And Controls

Identification and location of various instruments and controls on the dashboard.

Instrument Cluster

Detailed description of the instrument cluster gauges and indicators.

STARTING AND OPERATING

Ignition/Starter Switch

Explanation of the ignition switch positions and their functions.

Starting Procedures

Step-by-step guide for starting the engine, including cold weather considerations.

Cold Weather Precautions

Special considerations and precautions for operating in cold weather conditions.

Four-Wheel- Drive Operation — If Equipped

How to operate the vehicle's four-wheel-drive system.

Tire Inflation Pressures

Importance of proper tire inflation pressure for safety and vehicle performance.

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Hazard Warning Lights

How to engage and use hazard warning lights for safety.

Adding Fuel — 24–VALVE CUMMINS TURBO DIESEL

Instructions for adding fuel to the diesel engine, including priming procedures.

Changing A Flat Tire

Step-by-step guide for safely changing a flat tire.

Jump-Starting

Procedures and safety precautions for jump-starting the vehicle's battery.

Towing A Disabled Vehicle

Guidelines for properly towing a disabled vehicle.

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)

Explanation of the OBD II system and the Malfunction Indicator Light.

Engine Oil

Procedures for checking and changing engine oil, including quality and viscosity recommendations.

Engine Air Cleaner Filter

Information on the air filter, its maintenance, and the Filter Minder system.

Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter

How to drain the fuel/water separator filter periodically or when the indicator is on.

Cooling System

Maintenance procedures for the cooling system, including inspection and fluid checks.

Brake System

Information on the vehicle's brake system, including disc brakes and fluid checks.

Brake Master Cylinder

How to check and maintain the brake master cylinder fluid level.

Automatic Transmission

Procedures for checking and maintaining automatic transmission fluid levels.

FUSE AND RELAY CENTER

Location and procedure for accessing the fuse and relay center.

Tail, Stop, Turn and Backup Lights

Procedure for replacing tail, stop, turn, and backup light bulbs.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Maintenance Schedules — 24–Valve Cummins Turbo Diesel

Specific maintenance schedules for the 24-Valve Cummins Turbo Diesel engine.

Schedule “B”

Maintenance schedule for severe operating conditions.

Schedule “A”

Maintenance schedule for normal operating conditions.

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

Warranty Information

Details on vehicle warranty coverage and transfer.

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