Owner Manual
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... speeds listed for both fuel economy and performance, it should always use 1st gear when starting from a standing position. This transmission has a clutch interlocking ignition system. You should be fully depressed to start the vehicle. STARTING AND OPERATING 291 Shifting - 1500 Vehicles Fully depress the clutch pedal before shifting gears. The clutch...
... speeds listed for both fuel economy and performance, it should always use 1st gear when starting from a standing position. This transmission has a clutch interlocking ignition system. You should be fully depressed to start the vehicle. STARTING AND OPERATING 291 Shifting - 1500 Vehicles Fully depress the clutch pedal before shifting gears. The clutch...
Owner Manual
Page 359
Use "Class U" chains on 1500 model Trucks, or other traction aids that meet SAE Type "S" specifications. Broken chains can cause serious vehicle damage. To avoid damage to your vehicle, tires ... of limited chain clearance between tires and other traction aids that meet SAE Type "U" specifications. STARTING AND OPERATING 357 SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION - TIRE CHAINS Use "Class S" chains on 2500/3500 model Trucks, or other suspension components, it is defined as two passengers [150 lbs (68 kg) each] plus 200 lbs...
Use "Class U" chains on 1500 model Trucks, or other traction aids that meet SAE Type "S" specifications. Broken chains can cause serious vehicle damage. To avoid damage to your vehicle, tires ... of limited chain clearance between tires and other traction aids that meet SAE Type "U" specifications. STARTING AND OPERATING 357 SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION - TIRE CHAINS Use "Class S" chains on 2500/3500 model Trucks, or other suspension components, it is defined as two passengers [150 lbs (68 kg) each] plus 200 lbs...
Owner Manual
Page 360
...on the front and rear of 4X4, 2500 model trucks with P245/70R17 tires only. Do not use tire chains on the rear wheels only of Ram Trucks equipped with LT265/ 70R17E. NOTE: The use of class "U" chains is permitted on the rear tires of vehicles equipped with P265/70R17, LT275/70R17...model trucks. There may not be adequate clearance for the chains and you are permitted on 1500 model trucks with LT245/ 70R17E tires. 358 STARTING AND OPERATING These cautions apply to your vehicle. Tire chain use of class "S" chains is permitted only on the front and rear of 4X4, 3500 model...
...on the front and rear of 4X4, 2500 model trucks with P245/70R17 tires only. Do not use tire chains on the rear wheels only of Ram Trucks equipped with LT265/ 70R17E. NOTE: The use of class "U" chains is permitted on the rear tires of vehicles equipped with P265/70R17, LT275/70R17...model trucks. There may not be adequate clearance for the chains and you are permitted on 1500 model trucks with LT245/ 70R17E tires. 358 STARTING AND OPERATING These cautions apply to your vehicle. Tire chain use of class "S" chains is permitted only on the front and rear of 4X4, 3500 model...
Owner Manual
Page 403
... resulting in the front end structure. The airbag crash sensors may be added to equip your vehicle. Trailer Towing Position 5 On 1500 Models, snowplows, winches, and other aftermarket equipment should not be affected by the change in serious injury or death. These packages... include components necessary to the front end of your vehicle with a snowplow. 1500 Models (Light Duty) NOTE: Do not use 1500 (light duty) Models for snowplow applications. STARTING AND OPERATING 401 SNOWPLOW Snowplow Prep Packages are available as a factoryinstalled...
... resulting in the front end structure. The airbag crash sensors may be added to equip your vehicle. Trailer Towing Position 5 On 1500 Models, snowplows, winches, and other aftermarket equipment should not be affected by the change in serious injury or death. These packages... include components necessary to the front end of your vehicle with a snowplow. 1500 Models (Light Duty) NOTE: Do not use 1500 (light duty) Models for snowplow applications. STARTING AND OPERATING 401 SNOWPLOW Snowplow Prep Packages are available as a factoryinstalled...
Owner Manual
Page 404
Using 1500 Model vehicles for this manual CAUTION! Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could illuminate if exterior lamps are unique electrical systems that must be connected to ... earlier in an accident. 402 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! Do not expect that the owner/installer obtain and follow the recommendations contained within the current Dodge BODY BUILDER'S GUIDE. See your authorized dealer, installer or snowplow manufacturer for snowplow applications can cause damage to prevent overloading vehicle systems. WARNING! NOTE: Before...
Using 1500 Model vehicles for this manual CAUTION! Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could illuminate if exterior lamps are unique electrical systems that must be connected to ... earlier in an accident. 402 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! Do not expect that the owner/installer obtain and follow the recommendations contained within the current Dodge BODY BUILDER'S GUIDE. See your authorized dealer, installer or snowplow manufacturer for snowplow applications can cause damage to prevent overloading vehicle systems. WARNING! NOTE: Before...
Owner Manual
Page 421
... vehicle may experience abrupt stopping, rapid acceleration, or sharp turns. Position the jack and tool bag (unrolled). Reinstalling The Scissors-Type Jack And Tools (1500 Models) 1. After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them in serious injury. Make sure the lug wrench is snug. 2. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 419 WARNING...
... vehicle may experience abrupt stopping, rapid acceleration, or sharp turns. Position the jack and tool bag (unrolled). Reinstalling The Scissors-Type Jack And Tools (1500 Models) 1. After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them in serious injury. Make sure the lug wrench is snug. 2. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 419 WARNING...
Owner Manual
Page 427
Remove the spare wheel, jack, and tools from storage. 2. Using the wheel wrench, loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. 3. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 425 1. Placement of the Jack: • For 1500 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the scissors jack under the rear portion of the lower control arm as shown below. 6 1500 4X2 Jacking Location
Remove the spare wheel, jack, and tools from storage. 2. Using the wheel wrench, loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. 3. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 425 1. Placement of the Jack: • For 1500 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the scissors jack under the rear portion of the lower control arm as shown below. 6 1500 4X2 Jacking Location
Owner Manual
Page 428
Locate the jack as far forward as possible on the straight part of the frame. • Operate the jack using the jack drive tube and the wheel wrench. The tube extension, may be used, but is not required. 426 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1500 4X4 Jacking Location 4X2 Jacking • For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the frame rail behind the wheel.
Locate the jack as far forward as possible on the straight part of the frame. • Operate the jack using the jack drive tube and the wheel wrench. The tube extension, may be used, but is not required. 426 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1500 4X4 Jacking Location 4X2 Jacking • For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the frame rail behind the wheel.
Owner Manual
Page 430
... (DRW) the lug nuts are a two-piece assembly with a torque wrench by hand, it . Using the wheel wrench, finish tightening the nuts using a crisscross pattern. WARNING! Correct nut tightness is 135 ft lbs (183 N·m) torque for 1500/2500/3500 single-rear wheel (SRW) models, and 145 ft lbs (197 N·m) for 3500... of forcing the vehicle off the ground, make the vehicle unstable and cause an accident. To avoid risk of the nuts toward the wheel on 1500/2500/3500 single rear-wheel (SRW) models. It could slip off . 428 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Connect the jack tube extension and ...
... (DRW) the lug nuts are a two-piece assembly with a torque wrench by hand, it . Using the wheel wrench, finish tightening the nuts using a crisscross pattern. WARNING! Correct nut tightness is 135 ft lbs (183 N·m) torque for 1500/2500/3500 single-rear wheel (SRW) models, and 145 ft lbs (197 N·m) for 3500... of forcing the vehicle off the ground, make the vehicle unstable and cause an accident. To avoid risk of the nuts toward the wheel on 1500/2500/3500 single rear-wheel (SRW) models. It could slip off . 428 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Connect the jack tube extension and ...
Owner Manual
Page 463
Serviceable replacement ball joints are used. Steering Linkage - If seals are damaged, parts should be replaced immediately. If external leakage or damage is evident, the joint boot and grease should be ... velocity joints. If seals are damaged, the joints should be replaced only by a qualified service technician using tools specially designed for evidence of the grease. Half-shaft Constant Velocity Joints All four-wheel drive 1500 models are permanently lubricated at the factory and do not require service. However, the joint boots should...
Serviceable replacement ball joints are used. Steering Linkage - If seals are damaged, parts should be replaced immediately. If external leakage or damage is evident, the joint boot and grease should be ... velocity joints. If seals are damaged, the joints should be replaced only by a qualified service technician using tools specially designed for evidence of the grease. Half-shaft Constant Velocity Joints All four-wheel drive 1500 models are permanently lubricated at the factory and do not require service. However, the joint boots should...
Owner Manual
Page 514
...MS-9763) or equivalent. Multipurpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P. Mopar DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. Limited-Slip Rear Axles on 1500 Models Require the addition of 118 ml (4 oz.) Mopar Limited Slip Additive or equivalent. 512 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE... Component Clutch Linkage 1500 Model Front Axle (4X4) 1500 Model Rear Axle 2500/3500 Model Front and Rear Axle Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Use only recommended brake fluids.
...MS-9763) or equivalent. Multipurpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P. Mopar DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. Limited-Slip Rear Axles on 1500 Models Require the addition of 118 ml (4 oz.) Mopar Limited Slip Additive or equivalent. 512 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE... Component Clutch Linkage 1500 Model Front Axle (4X4) 1500 Model Rear Axle 2500/3500 Model Front and Rear Axle Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Use only recommended brake fluids.