Dodge 2009 Ram 1500 - Manual (Page 136)

Manual Reclining Seats — If Equipped
The recliner handle is located on the outside of the seat
cushion and is used to adjust the seatback position. To
adjust the seatback, lift upward on the handle, lean back
on the seatback and release the handle at the desired
position. To return the seatback, lift upward on the
handle, lean forward and release the handle at the
desired position.
Recline Handle
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE