2009 Dodge Ram 3500 Pickup Owner Manual - Page 136

134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights, Parking Lights and Panel Lights When the headlight switch is rotated to the first position, the parking lights, taillights, side marker lights, license plate light and instrument panel lights are all turned on. The headlights will turn on when the switch is rotated to the second position. Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight lenses that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass. Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens cleaning procedures must be followed. To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To remove road dirt, wash the lenses with a mild soap solution followed by rinsing. NOTE: Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel wool or other abrasive materials to clean the lenses. Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only and Fleet Vehicles) The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when the engine is started and the transmission is in any gear except PARK. This provides a constant ЉLights OnЉ condition until the ignition is turned OFF or the parking brake is applied. The lights illuminate at less than 50% of their normal intensity. If a turn signal is activated, the Headlight Switch Rotation