2004 Dodge Ram 3500 Pickup Owner's Manual - Page 205

STARTING AND OPERATING 205 ACC Allows the electrical accessories to be used when the engine is not running. Manual Transmission Key Release Button Key Reminder An alarm will sound to remind you if the key is left in the ignition and the driver's door is opened. STARTING PROCEDURES The starter should not be operated for more than 15second intervals. Waiting a few seconds between such intervals will protect the starter from overheating. Manual Transmission Apply the parking brake, place the gearshift control lever in NEUTRAL and depress the clutch pedal to the floor before starting the vehicle. This vehicle is equipped with a clutch interlocking ignition system. It will not start unless the clutch is fully depressed. 5 To remove the key on vehicles equipped with manual transmissions, turn the key to the Lock position and press the button to remove the ignition key.