2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup Owner Manual - Page 244
2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup Manual
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242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CAUTION! Continuous driving with the Transmission Temperature Indicator illuminated will eventually cause severe transmission damage or transmission failure. unbuckled, the seat belt reminder light will flash or remain on continuously. Refer to ЉEnhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)Љ in the Occupant Restraints section for more information. 32. Charging System Light This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. The light should come on when the ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light stays on or comes on while driving, turn off some of the vehicle's non-essential electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle). If the charging system light remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an authorized dealer. For vehicles equipped with a premium cluster this indicator will display in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to "Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) - If Equipped" in this section for more information. WARNING! In some circumstances a Transmission Temperature Indicator, under continued operation, could cause the fluid to boil over, come in contact with hot engine or exhaust components and cause a fire. 31. Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this light will turn on for five to eight 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's seat belt remains