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Weird sensor at base of windshield

Old Jun 1, 2012 | 01:58 PM
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Hey all, just bought a 2010 ram 1500, and i noticed a weird little sensor around the midline of the dash at the base ofthe windshield. It looks almost like a nipple and i have no idea what it is. I can post a picture later, just thought i would ask and see if anyone knew off the top of their head.

The vehicle didnt come with a build sheet or a key fob so i have no idea if it has remote start or if it even has anything to do with that.

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Old Jun 1, 2012 | 02:10 PM
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so the ufos can locate you and beam you up...
 
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Old Jun 1, 2012 | 02:14 PM
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It's a light sensor, so when it's dark your automatic headlights turn on.
 
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Old Jun 1, 2012 | 02:44 PM
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Excellent, thank you. And now ill have to keep looking over my shoulder for aliens =\
 
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Old Jun 1, 2012 | 03:07 PM
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Originally Posted by Tumulte
Hey all, just bought a 2010 ram 1500, and i noticed a weird little sensor around the midline of the dash at the base ofthe windshield. It looks almost like a nipple and i have no idea what it is. I can post a picture later, just thought i would ask and see if anyone knew off the top of their head.

The vehicle didnt come with a build sheet or a key fob so i have no idea if it has remote start or if it even has anything to do with that.

Thanks!
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PM me the VIN and I will send you a build sheet.
 
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Old Jun 1, 2012 | 03:24 PM
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Government tracking beacon. Mandated by Obama.
 
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Old Jun 1, 2012 | 10:56 PM
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I always thought it was a little mini camera put in there by the government to monitor any sexual activity that might take place in the cab.
 
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Old Jun 2, 2012 | 05:06 PM
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I always figured that was the GPS antennae
 
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Old Jun 3, 2012 | 04:44 AM
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so the ufos can locate you and beam you up...
exactly. I've had a few visits already. The probing is not that fun though......
 
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Old Jun 7, 2012 | 08:55 AM
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They are watching and recording what you do in your truck. Claim its for marketing purposes only. BEWARE. Big brother is watching!
 
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