2010 Dodge Ram 1500 Regular Cab Owner Manual - Page 228

226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL with the engine running. If the ESP/BAS Warning Light comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in either the ESP or the BAS system. If this light remains on after several ignition cycles and the vehicle has been driven several miles at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see an authorized dealer as soon as possible. CAUTION! Continuous driving with the Transmission Temperature Indicator illuminated will eventually cause severe transmission damage or transmission failure. • Transmission Temperature Light This light indicates that there is excessive trans- In some circumstances a Transmission Temperature mission fluid temperature that might occur Indicator, under continued operation, could cause the with severe usage such as trailer towing. It may fluid to boil over, come in contact with hot engine or also occur when operating the vehicle in a high exhaust components and cause a fire. torque converter slip condition, such as 4-wheel-drive • Loose Gascap Indicator operation (e.g., snow plowing, off- road operation). If this If the vehicle diagnostic system determines light comes on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly or faster, with the transmission in NEUTRAL until the installed, or damaged, a loose gascap indicator light goes off. will display in the telltale display area. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the SELECT button WARNING!