2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup Owner Manual - Page 243

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 30. Transmission Temperature Light 28. Front Fog Light Indicator - If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the front fog This light indicates that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature that might occur lights are on. with severe usage such as trailer towing. It may 29. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light also occur when operating the vehicle in a high This light monitors the Anti-lock Brake System torque converter slip condition, such as 4-wheel-drive (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition operation (e.g., snow plowing, off- road operation). If this switch is turned to the ON position and may light comes on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle stay on for as long as four seconds. or faster, with the transmission in NEUTRAL until the If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it light goes off. indicates that the anti-lock portion of the brake system is For vehicles equipped with a premium cluster this indinot functioning and that service is required. However, cator will display in the Electronic Vehicle Information the conventional brake system will continue to operate Center (EVIC). Refer to "Electronic Vehicle Information normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on. Center (EVIC) - If Equipped" in this section for more If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced information. as soon as possible to restore the benefits of anti-lock brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer. 4