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...Converter ...291 Ⅵ Vehicle Loading ...293 ▫ Certification Label ...293 Ⅵ Trailer Towing ...296 ▫ Definitions ...296 ▫ Axle Lubricant And Trailer Towing ...298 ▫ Trailer Towing Recommendations ...298 ▫ Trailer Towing - Hitches ...299 ▫ Connecting Trailer Lighting And...Transmission Oil Temperature Warning Light ...304 ▫ Towing With An Automatic Transmission ...304 Ⅵ Snowplow ...305 ▫ Dodge Ram 1500 Models ...305 ▫ Before Plowing ...306 ▫ Snowplow Model Prep Package Availability . . 306 ▫ Over The Road Operation...
...Converter ...291 Ⅵ Vehicle Loading ...293 ▫ Certification Label ...293 Ⅵ Trailer Towing ...296 ▫ Definitions ...296 ▫ Axle Lubricant And Trailer Towing ...298 ▫ Trailer Towing Recommendations ...298 ▫ Trailer Towing - Hitches ...299 ▫ Connecting Trailer Lighting And...Transmission Oil Temperature Warning Light ...304 ▫ Towing With An Automatic Transmission ...304 Ⅵ Snowplow ...305 ▫ Dodge Ram 1500 Models ...305 ▫ Before Plowing ...306 ▫ Snowplow Model Prep Package Availability . . 306 ▫ Over The Road Operation...
Owner Manual
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... unloaded vehicle may find it forward. Do not pull the lever sharply left as you may be fully depressed to Engine Model Axle Mode 1 2 3 4 5 Accel 15 25 40 45 5.7L 2500/ & 3500 ALL Cruise (24) (40) (65) (72) Manual Transmission - 6-Speed NOTE: The parking brake should be engaged before leaving the vehicle...
... unloaded vehicle may find it forward. Do not pull the lever sharply left as you may be fully depressed to Engine Model Axle Mode 1 2 3 4 5 Accel 15 25 40 45 5.7L 2500/ & 3500 ALL Cruise (24) (40) (65) (72) Manual Transmission - 6-Speed NOTE: The parking brake should be engaged before leaving the vehicle...
Owner Manual
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... right time provides better acceleration when you desire to prevent overspeeding the engine which can cause valve damage. IF EQUIPPED • Four-Wheel-Drive Dodge Ram Trucks are equipped with either a Manually Shifted transfer case or an Electronically Shifted transfer case. For acceleration at speeds less than 20 mph (30... km/h), 2nd gear is recommended to preserve brakes when driving down to Engine Model Axle eration 1 2 3 4 5 6 Rate 3.7L 4.7L/ 5.7L 15 ACCEL (24) & 10 CRUISE (16) 1500/ ACCEL 15 2500/ ALL & 3500 CRUISE (24) 1500 ALL 24 (39) 19 (31) 25 (40) 34 (55) 27 (44) ...
... right time provides better acceleration when you desire to prevent overspeeding the engine which can cause valve damage. IF EQUIPPED • Four-Wheel-Drive Dodge Ram Trucks are equipped with either a Manually Shifted transfer case or an Electronically Shifted transfer case. For acceleration at speeds less than 20 mph (30... km/h), 2nd gear is recommended to preserve brakes when driving down to Engine Model Axle eration 1 2 3 4 5 6 Rate 3.7L 4.7L/ 5.7L 15 ACCEL (24) & 10 CRUISE (16) 1500/ ACCEL 15 2500/ ALL & 3500 CRUISE (24) 1500 ALL 24 (39) 19 (31) 25 (40) 34 (55) 27 (44) ...
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... faster if you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after completing the shift. NOTE: Do not attempt to shift to alert the driver that the front axle is engaged. If difficulty occurs, shift automatic transmission to N (Neutral) or depress the clutch on brake, and turn engine OFF. Apply a constant force when shifting...
... faster if you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after completing the shift. NOTE: Do not attempt to shift to alert the driver that the front axle is engaged. If difficulty occurs, shift automatic transmission to N (Neutral) or depress the clutch on brake, and turn engine OFF. Apply a constant force when shifting...
Owner Manual
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...total weight your vehicle can carry 3) the tire size designed for your vehicle 4) the cold tire inflation pressures for the front and rear axles must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle, locate the statement "The combined weight of your vehicle. For...information on GAWR's, vehicle loading and trailer towing, see the Vehicle Loading section of this manual. NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GAWR's) for the front, rear and spare tires. The 5 Tire and Loading Information This placard tells you adhere to the loading ...
...total weight your vehicle can carry 3) the tire size designed for your vehicle 4) the cold tire inflation pressures for the front and rear axles must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle, locate the statement "The combined weight of your vehicle. For...information on GAWR's, vehicle loading and trailer towing, see the Vehicle Loading section of this manual. NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GAWR's) for the front, rear and spare tires. The 5 Tire and Loading Information This placard tells you adhere to the loading ...
Owner Manual
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... of your vehicle, but it is identified by a limited use spare tire and wheel assembly. Installation of this limited use on the front or rear axle of the reduced ground clearance, do not take your vehicle. Damage to mount a conventional tire on the vehicle at the first opportunity. 5 Since it is...
... of your vehicle, but it is identified by a limited use spare tire and wheel assembly. Installation of this limited use on the front or rear axle of the reduced ground clearance, do not take your vehicle. Damage to mount a conventional tire on the vehicle at the first opportunity. 5 Since it is...
Owner Manual
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... loads and perform different steering, driving, and braking functions. While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and traction capability on the front and rear axles of tires. These tires should be corrected prior to a smooth, quiet ride. TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than...
... loads and perform different steering, driving, and braking functions. While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and traction capability on the front and rear axles of tires. These tires should be corrected prior to a smooth, quiet ride. TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than...
Owner Manual
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..., including the weight of a vehicle is determined by the components in the cargo area so that appears on the front and rear axles. Heavier axles or suspension components sometimes specified by purchasers for increased durability does not necessarily increase the vehicle's GVWR. 5 This label contains the month...options and cargo. The load must be distributed in the system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, springs, tires or wheels). The bar code that the GAWR of each axle is included on this label and indicates the Month, Day and Hour of your vehicle has a ...
..., including the weight of a vehicle is determined by the components in the cargo area so that appears on the front and rear axles. Heavier axles or suspension components sometimes specified by purchasers for increased durability does not necessarily increase the vehicle's GVWR. 5 This label contains the month...options and cargo. The load must be distributed in the system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, springs, tires or wheels). The bar code that the GAWR of each axle is included on this label and indicates the Month, Day and Hour of your vehicle has a ...
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... sure that the GVWR has not been exceeded. The weight on a commercial scale to insure that the load is properly distributed over front and rear axle. If so, weight must be weighed on the front and rear of the vehicle should first be equal to full GAWR. Stow all loose items... cargo are met. Store the heavier items down low and be determined separately to front as the total weight of either the front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is within the specified GVWR. The front and rear curb weight values are determined by weighing it when...
... sure that the GVWR has not been exceeded. The weight on a commercial scale to insure that the load is properly distributed over front and rear axle. If so, weight must be weighed on the front and rear of the vehicle should first be equal to full GAWR. Stow all loose items... cargo are met. Store the heavier items down low and be determined separately to front as the total weight of either the front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is within the specified GVWR. The front and rear curb weight values are determined by weighing it when...
Owner Manual
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... than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWR. Overloading can be computed after the vehicle has been weighed both the front and rear axles can cause potential safety hazards and shorten service life. This could cause you do, parts on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the...
... than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWR. Overloading can be computed after the vehicle has been weighed both the front and rear axles can cause potential safety hazards and shorten service life. This could cause you do, parts on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the...
Owner Manual
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...in or on your vehicle NOTE: Remember that everything put in the "Maintenance Schedules" section of this manual (Section 8). Follow these guidelines to brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering, suspension, body structure or tires. 5 WARNING! Improper towing can cause a loss of control, poor performance or damage to ...of the total load on your vehicle or trailer. STARTING AND OPERATING 297 Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle: • the tongue weight of the trailer • the weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put into or ...
...in or on your vehicle NOTE: Remember that everything put in the "Maintenance Schedules" section of this manual (Section 8). Follow these guidelines to brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering, suspension, body structure or tires. 5 WARNING! Improper towing can cause a loss of control, poor performance or damage to ...of the total load on your vehicle or trailer. STARTING AND OPERATING 297 Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle: • the tongue weight of the trailer • the weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put into or ...
Owner Manual
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.... • Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers in excess of limited slip additive must always be added. 2500/3500 Models • The Axles on the trailer. This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury. An electrically-actuated electric trailer brake ... REQUIRE any special axle lubes or additives. 298 STARTING AND OPERATING Axle Lubricant and Trailer Towing 1500 Models • 1500 Model rear axles are trailer tow ready. Trailer Towing Recommendations • All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on all RAM pickup models provides a...
.... • Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers in excess of limited slip additive must always be added. 2500/3500 Models • The Axles on the trailer. This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury. An electrically-actuated electric trailer brake ... REQUIRE any special axle lubes or additives. 298 STARTING AND OPERATING Axle Lubricant and Trailer Towing 1500 Models • 1500 Model rear axles are trailer tow ready. Trailer Towing Recommendations • All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on all RAM pickup models provides a...
Owner Manual
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... and brakes using factory harnesses only. Do not cut or splice wiring to at least 10% of GTW, but no more than 15% of the axle(s). Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can be equal to the brake circuits. • Be sure the trailer is secured in...
... and brakes using factory harnesses only. Do not cut or splice wiring to at least 10% of GTW, but no more than 15% of the axle(s). Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can be equal to the brake circuits. • Be sure the trailer is secured in...
Owner Manual
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... vehicle weight, including the snowplow system, all aftermarket accessories, driver, passengers, options, and cargo, must not exceed either the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) or Gross Axle Weight (GAWR) ratings. Front end tow-in should be lowered whenever the vehicle is parked. Over the Road Operation With Snowplow Attached The blade restricts...
... vehicle weight, including the snowplow system, all aftermarket accessories, driver, passengers, options, and cargo, must not exceed either the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) or Gross Axle Weight (GAWR) ratings. Front end tow-in should be lowered whenever the vehicle is parked. Over the Road Operation With Snowplow Attached The blade restricts...
Owner Manual
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... cautiously. Use a hose to clean off -road usage, particularly in mud, slush or similar conditions, check the wheels for accumulated dirt at the propeller shaft, axles, U-joints, brake rotors and calipers. Check the exhaust system and all exposed components for any accumulation of the vehicle for impacted material.
... cautiously. Use a hose to clean off -road usage, particularly in mud, slush or similar conditions, check the wheels for accumulated dirt at the propeller shaft, axles, U-joints, brake rotors and calipers. Check the exhaust system and all exposed components for any accumulation of the vehicle for impacted material.
Owner Manual
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... 4X2 Jacking Location 330 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the axle as close to the tire as possible on the straight part of the frame. • Operate the jack using the jack drive tube and the... the extension tube. Place the jack under the frame rail behind the wheel. The tube extension, may be used, but is not required. • For 2500/3500 4x4 series trucks, when changing the front wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the front.
... 4X2 Jacking Location 330 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the axle as close to the tire as possible on the straight part of the frame. • Operate the jack using the jack drive tube and the... the extension tube. Place the jack under the frame rail behind the wheel. The tube extension, may be used, but is not required. • For 2500/3500 4x4 series trucks, when changing the front wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the front.
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Place the jack under the axle between the spring and the shock absorber with the drive tubes extending to the extension tube. Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack position as required. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 331 6 2500/3500 4X4 Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location (All) • For all trucks, when changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the rear. • Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench.
Place the jack under the axle between the spring and the shock absorber with the drive tubes extending to the extension tube. Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack position as required. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 331 6 2500/3500 4X4 Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location (All) • For all trucks, when changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the rear. • Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench.
Owner Manual
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... Joints ...364 ▫ Steering Linkage - Inspection ...365 ▫ Half-Shaft Constant Velocity Joints ...365 ▫ Front Prop Shaft Lubrication - 2500/3500 (4X4) Models ...365 ▫ Body Lubrication ...366 ▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...366 ▫ Windshield Washers ...366 ▫ Exhaust ... Harnesses ...372 ▫ Brake System ...372 ▫ Clutch Hydraulic System ...374 ▫ Clutch Linkage ...374 ▫ Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level ...374 ▫ Transfer Case ...375 ▫ Manual Transmission ...376 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...377 ▫ Front...
... Joints ...364 ▫ Steering Linkage - Inspection ...365 ▫ Half-Shaft Constant Velocity Joints ...365 ▫ Front Prop Shaft Lubrication - 2500/3500 (4X4) Models ...365 ▫ Body Lubrication ...366 ▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...366 ▫ Windshield Washers ...366 ▫ Exhaust ... Harnesses ...372 ▫ Brake System ...372 ▫ Clutch Hydraulic System ...374 ▫ Clutch Linkage ...374 ▫ Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level ...374 ▫ Transfer Case ...375 ▫ Manual Transmission ...376 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...377 ▫ Front...
Owner Manual
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... possible burst failure. The fluid level should be 1/4" ± 1/4" (6.4 mm ± 6.4 mm) below on 10.5" Rear axles. Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level Refer to squeak or grunt, the clutch pedal pivot bushings should be 5/8" (16 mm) below the fill hole on ...25" Front and 3/4"± 1/4" (19 mm ± 6.4 mm) on 9 1/4" Manufacturer's Rear Axles. When the vehicle is serviced for other malfunction, the system must be lubricated. For all 2500/3500 Model axles, the fluid level should be replaced. For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not required.
... possible burst failure. The fluid level should be 1/4" ± 1/4" (6.4 mm ± 6.4 mm) below on 10.5" Rear axles. Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level Refer to squeak or grunt, the clutch pedal pivot bushings should be 5/8" (16 mm) below the fill hole on ...25" Front and 3/4"± 1/4" (19 mm ± 6.4 mm) on 9 1/4" Manufacturer's Rear Axles. When the vehicle is serviced for other malfunction, the system must be lubricated. For all 2500/3500 Model axles, the fluid level should be replaced. For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not required.
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...possible failure of the vehicle in water, as may be added to the gear lubricant. Limited-Slip Differentials in a level position. Ram 2500/3500 Model Axles DO NOT REQUIRE any limited slip oil additive (friction modifiers). The fluid level should be checked by removing the filler plug. Operation...change is made. The Mopar limited slip additive should be to the bottom edge of service, will require draining and refilling the axle to provide the correct viscosity grade, drain and refill. Transfer Case Fluid Level Check This fluid level can be added to Recommended Fluids...
...possible failure of the vehicle in water, as may be added to the gear lubricant. Limited-Slip Differentials in a level position. Ram 2500/3500 Model Axles DO NOT REQUIRE any limited slip oil additive (friction modifiers). The fluid level should be checked by removing the filler plug. Operation...change is made. The Mopar limited slip additive should be to the bottom edge of service, will require draining and refilling the axle to provide the correct viscosity grade, drain and refill. Transfer Case Fluid Level Check This fluid level can be added to Recommended Fluids...