Headlights, parking lights and panel lights, Daytime running lights — if equipped, Headlights, parking lights and – Ram Trucks 2010 Chassis Cab User Manual

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Headlights, Parking Lights and Panel Lights

When the headlight switch is rotated to the first
position, the parking lights, tail lights, 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 headlights.

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 with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.

Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other abrasive materials to clean the lenses.

Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped
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 “lights on” con-
dition until the ignition is turned OFF. The lights illumi-
nate at less than 50% of normal intensity. If the parking

Light Switch Rotation

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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

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