2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab User Guide - Page 20

GETTING STARTED • Once the heated steering wheel has been turned on, it will operate for approximately 58 to 70 minutes before automatically shutting off. The heated steering wheel can shut off early or may not turn on when the steering wheel is already warm. TILT STEERING COLUMN / ADJUSTABLE PEDALS Tilt Steering Column • The tilt lever is located on the steering column, below the turn signal lever. • Pull forward on the lever and move the steering wheel up or down as desired. • Release the lever to lock the steering wheel into position. Adjustable Pedals • Press the switch located on the left side of the steering column forward to move the brake and accelerator pedals away from the driver and press the switch rearward to move the pedals closer to the driver. NOTE: The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control is set. CAUTION! Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move, as it may cause damage to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal's path. WARNING! • Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering column, you could lose control of the vehicle and have a collision. Adjust the column only while the vehicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving. • Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving. You could lose control and have a collision. Always adjust the pedals while the vehicle is parked. 18