Owner's Manual
Page 294
... blower speed to maintain comfort. Refer to direct air onto the windshield by selecting the defrost mode. This often occurs in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling may be required. In most cases turning on the inside when the humidity inside of the windows with a high quality ...294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Window Fogging Windows will fog on the Air-conditioning (pressing the snowflake button) will clear the fog. Contaminates increase the rate of the coolant for the proper coolant type. When using MIX Mode position on the control.
... blower speed to maintain comfort. Refer to direct air onto the windshield by selecting the defrost mode. This often occurs in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling may be required. In most cases turning on the inside when the humidity inside of the windows with a high quality ...294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Window Fogging Windows will fog on the Air-conditioning (pressing the snowflake button) will clear the fog. Contaminates increase the rate of the coolant for the proper coolant type. When using MIX Mode position on the control.
Owner's Manual
Page 301
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...397 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ...397 ▫ Towing Requirements ...398 ▫ Towing Tips ...402 ▫ Trailer Towing Mirrors - If Equipped ...404 Snowplow ...406 ▫ Dodge Ram 1500 Models ...406 ▫ Before Plowing ...407 ▫ Snowplow Model Prep Package Availability . . 407 ▫ Over The Road Operation...
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...397 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ...397 ▫ Towing Requirements ...398 ▫ Towing Tips ...402 ▫ Trailer Towing Mirrors - If Equipped ...404 Snowplow ...406 ▫ Dodge Ram 1500 Models ...406 ▫ Before Plowing ...407 ▫ Snowplow Model Prep Package Availability . . 407 ▫ Over The Road Operation...
Owner's Manual
Page 349
... forward gears on vehicles equipped with Automatic Transmissions Only) The HSA system does not know if your vehicle is loaded or towing a trailer, unless the "TOW/HAUL" button, located on Manual Vehicles The system will work in the instrument cluster. HSA on the transmission gear selector ...on manual vehicles, thus it will prevent the vehicle from rolling down a hill simply by releasing brake pressure at a slower rate while throttle is selected. Towing and Hauling with HSA (Vehicles Equipped with an automatic transmission. In order to accommodate the extra weight entailed under...
... forward gears on vehicles equipped with Automatic Transmissions Only) The HSA system does not know if your vehicle is loaded or towing a trailer, unless the "TOW/HAUL" button, located on Manual Vehicles The system will work in the instrument cluster. HSA on the transmission gear selector ...on manual vehicles, thus it will prevent the vehicle from rolling down a hill simply by releasing brake pressure at a slower rate while throttle is selected. Towing and Hauling with HSA (Vehicles Equipped with an automatic transmission. In order to accommodate the extra weight entailed under...
Owner's Manual
Page 363
...kilograms or XXX pounds. 4. For example, if "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs. For further information on GAWR's, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on your vehicle. To determine the maximum loading conditions of...Information" placard and in your vehicle. 3. You will be five 150 lb. 5 NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GAWR's) for the front and rear axles must not exceed the load carrying capacity of this manual. STARTING AND OPERATING 363 3) the tire size...
...kilograms or XXX pounds. 4. For example, if "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs. For further information on GAWR's, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on your vehicle. To determine the maximum loading conditions of...Information" placard and in your vehicle. 3. You will be five 150 lb. 5 NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GAWR's) for the front and rear axles must not exceed the load carrying capacity of this manual. STARTING AND OPERATING 363 3) the tire size...
Owner's Manual
Page 392
... information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of towing you can reasonably do not exceed the GVWR. This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongue weight. Before towing a trailer carefully review this manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing. Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will find safety...
... information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of towing you can reasonably do not exceed the GVWR. This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongue weight. Before towing a trailer carefully review this manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing. Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will find safety...
Owner's Manual
Page 394
...Couplers. Weight Distributing Systems may reduce handling, stability, braking performance, and could result in accordance with gross axle weight rating (GAWR) requirements. Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to dampen any... trailer swaying motions while traveling. 394 STARTING AND OPERATING that typically provides adjustable friction associated with the telescoping motion to tow vehicle and trailer stability. Weight-Carrying Hitch A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, just as if it...
...Couplers. Weight Distributing Systems may reduce handling, stability, braking performance, and could result in accordance with gross axle weight rating (GAWR) requirements. Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to dampen any... trailer swaying motions while traveling. 394 STARTING AND OPERATING that typically provides adjustable friction associated with the telescoping motion to tow vehicle and trailer stability. Weight-Carrying Hitch A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, just as if it...
Owner's Manual
Page 396
... lbs Gooseneck (4540 kg) All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on your vehicle. See your dealer for safe towing of a pickup truck. The coupling arm connects to the standard equipment. Your vehicle may be factory equipped for package content. Light Duty...in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. 396 STARTING AND OPERATING Gooseneck Hitch The gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling arm which attaches to "Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)" for the website address that contains the necessary ...
... lbs Gooseneck (4540 kg) All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on your vehicle. See your dealer for safe towing of a pickup truck. The coupling arm connects to the standard equipment. Your vehicle may be factory equipped for package content. Light Duty...in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. 396 STARTING AND OPERATING Gooseneck Hitch The gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling arm which attaches to "Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)" for the website address that contains the necessary ...
Owner's Manual
Page 397
...of the vehicle: • The tongue weight of the trailer. STARTING AND OPERATING 397 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maximum trailer weight ratings) refer to 65% of the weight in front is the cause of many trailer accidents. ... bumper or trailer hitch. 5 Consider the following website addresses: • http:// www.dodge.com/towing. • http:// www.dodge.ca (Canada). Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on the tow hitch of the trailer. Failure to side which will cause loss of control of the...
...of the vehicle: • The tongue weight of the trailer. STARTING AND OPERATING 397 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maximum trailer weight ratings) refer to 65% of the weight in front is the cause of many trailer accidents. ... bumper or trailer hitch. 5 Consider the following website addresses: • http:// www.dodge.com/towing. • http:// www.dodge.ca (Canada). Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on the tow hitch of the trailer. Failure to side which will cause loss of control of the...
Owner's Manual
Page 398
Refer to 50 mph (80 km/h). Towing Requirements To promote proper break-in the Tire Safety Information Section of this manual. When towing a trailer, never exceed the GAWR, or GCWR, ratings. Doing so may require special axle lubricant. Your vehicle may damage your vehicle. • During the... first 500 miles (805 km) of trailer towing, limit your speed to the Tire ...
Refer to 50 mph (80 km/h). Towing Requirements To promote proper break-in the Tire Safety Information Section of this manual. When towing a trailer, never exceed the GAWR, or GCWR, ratings. Doing so may require special axle lubricant. Your vehicle may damage your vehicle. • During the... first 500 miles (805 km) of trailer towing, limit your speed to the Tire ...
Owner's Manual
Page 399
..., dynamic load shifts can cause a loss of your vehicle and have an accident. • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not overload your trailer towing as safe as possible: Make certain that may be distributed between your vehicle and trailer. When parking, apply the parking... case is not in neutral. Follow these guidelines to control. And with trailers should not be used between the tow vehicle and the trailer such that the following four ratings are not exceeded: 1. With a manual transmission, shift the transmission into reverse. STARTING AND OPERATING 399 WARNING! ...
..., dynamic load shifts can cause a loss of your vehicle and have an accident. • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not overload your trailer towing as safe as possible: Make certain that may be distributed between your vehicle and trailer. When parking, apply the parking... case is not in neutral. Follow these guidelines to control. And with trailers should not be used between the tow vehicle and the trailer such that the following four ratings are not exceeded: 1. With a manual transmission, shift the transmission into reverse. STARTING AND OPERATING 399 WARNING! ...
Owner's Manual
Page 400
.... Replacing tires with that of your vehicle with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limits. Towing Requirements - Trailer Brakes − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of your vehicle. This could cause inadequate ...braking and possible personal injury. GTW 3. Tongue weight rating for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before trailer usage. − Check for the trailer hitch utilized (This requirement may...
.... Replacing tires with that of your vehicle with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limits. Towing Requirements - Trailer Brakes − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of your vehicle. This could cause inadequate ...braking and possible personal injury. GTW 3. Tongue weight rating for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before trailer usage. − Check for the trailer hitch utilized (This requirement may...
Owner's Manual
Page 408
...passengers. Maintain and operate your vehicle and snowplow equipment following the recommendations provided by the addition of the snowplow season. Front end tow-in should be checked and reset if necessary at the factory without consideration for the weight of the plow. Cargo capacity will... aftermarket accessories, driver, passengers, options, and cargo, must not exceed either the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) or Gross Axle Weight (GAWR) ratings. Do not exceed 40 mph (64 km/h). These weights are specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label on the driver's side door opening. ...
...passengers. Maintain and operate your vehicle and snowplow equipment following the recommendations provided by the addition of the snowplow season. Front end tow-in should be checked and reset if necessary at the factory without consideration for the weight of the plow. Cargo capacity will... aftermarket accessories, driver, passengers, options, and cargo, must not exceed either the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) or Gross Axle Weight (GAWR) ratings. Do not exceed 40 mph (64 km/h). These weights are specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label on the driver's side door opening. ...
Owner's Manual
Page 556
...Voltmeter ...227 Gear Ranges ...307,314 General Information ...18 Glass Cleaning ...491 Grocery Bag Retainer ...208 Gross Axle Weight Rating ...393 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...392 GVWR ...389 Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™) ...Hazard Warning Flasher ...Head Restraints ...Headlights ...Cleaning ...High Beam ...,209 Heated Seats ...161 Heater ...286 Heater, Engine Block ...306 High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 170 Hitches Trailer Towing ...396 Hoisting ...438 HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter ...186 Hood Release ...163 Hoses ...474 Hub Caps ...433 Ignition ...12 Cables (...
...Voltmeter ...227 Gear Ranges ...307,314 General Information ...18 Glass Cleaning ...491 Grocery Bag Retainer ...208 Gross Axle Weight Rating ...393 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...392 GVWR ...389 Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™) ...Hazard Warning Flasher ...Head Restraints ...Headlights ...Cleaning ...High Beam ...,209 Heated Seats ...161 Heater ...286 Heater, Engine Block ...306 High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 170 Hitches Trailer Towing ...396 Hoisting ...438 HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter ...186 Hood Release ...163 Hoses ...474 Hub Caps ...433 Ignition ...12 Cables (...
Owner's Manual
Page 559
... Level Check ...479 Lubricant Selection ...479,515 Shift Speeds ...314 Mirrors ...121 Automatic Dimming ...122 Electric Powered ...123 Outside ...122 Rearview ...121 Trailer Towing ...124,404 Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...7 Mopar Parts ...452,545 Multi-Displacement Engine System ...357 Multi-Function Control Lever ...169 Navigation Radio ...274 Navigation System... ...483,484 Noise Emission Warranty ...485 Occupant Restraints ...33,72 Occupant Restraints (1500 Standard and Quad Cab Only) ...33 Occupant Restraints (2500/3500/Mega Cab Only) . . 72 Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ...380 10
... Level Check ...479 Lubricant Selection ...479,515 Shift Speeds ...314 Mirrors ...121 Automatic Dimming ...122 Electric Powered ...123 Outside ...122 Rearview ...121 Trailer Towing ...124,404 Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...7 Mopar Parts ...452,545 Multi-Displacement Engine System ...357 Multi-Function Control Lever ...169 Navigation Radio ...274 Navigation System... ...483,484 Noise Emission Warranty ...485 Occupant Restraints ...33,72 Occupant Restraints (1500 Standard and Quad Cab Only) ...33 Occupant Restraints (2500/3500/Mega Cab Only) . . 72 Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ...380 10
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 245
... the windshield can be quickly removed by using the air conditioner in extremely heavy traffic in heavy traffic, it 's rainy or humid. Contaminates increase the rate of the inside the vehicle is high. Summer Operation Air conditioned vehicles must be necessary to direct air onto the windshield by selecting the defrost... (cigarette smoke, perfumes, etc.) from sticking to the windows. This often occurs in a lower gear to maintain comfort. When stopped in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling may be required. Regular cleaning of window fogging.
... the windshield can be quickly removed by using the air conditioner in extremely heavy traffic in heavy traffic, it 's rainy or humid. Contaminates increase the rate of the inside the vehicle is high. Summer Operation Air conditioned vehicles must be necessary to direct air onto the windshield by selecting the defrost... (cigarette smoke, perfumes, etc.) from sticking to the windows. This often occurs in a lower gear to maintain comfort. When stopped in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling may be required. Regular cleaning of window fogging.
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 252
... ▫ General Maintenance ...344 Ⅵ Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) . . 345 ▫ Recreational Towing - 2 Wheel Drive Models ...345 ▫ Recreational Towing - 4 Wheel Drive Models ...345 252 STARTING AND OPERATING Ⅵ Trailer Towing ...327 ▫ Common Towing Definitions ...327 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ...331 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...332 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight...
... ▫ General Maintenance ...344 Ⅵ Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) . . 345 ▫ Recreational Towing - 2 Wheel Drive Models ...345 ▫ Recreational Towing - 4 Wheel Drive Models ...345 252 STARTING AND OPERATING Ⅵ Trailer Towing ...327 ▫ Common Towing Definitions ...327 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ...331 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...332 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 301
... be five 150 lb. 5 For example, if "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs. NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GAWR's) for the front, rear and spare tires. STARTING AND OPERATING 301 3) the tire size designed for your vehicle 4) the cold tire inflation...luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the weight referenced here. For further information on GAWR's, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on your vehicle. You will be riding in the "...
... be five 150 lb. 5 For example, if "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs. NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GAWR's) for the front, rear and spare tires. STARTING AND OPERATING 301 3) the tire size designed for your vehicle 4) the cold tire inflation...luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the weight referenced here. For further information on GAWR's, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on your vehicle. You will be riding in the "...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 327
... be supported by the scale. The total load must be limited so that GCWR ratings include a 68 kg (150 lbs) allowance for trailer towing. Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The gross combination weight rating (GCWR) is to the type of towing you can reasonably do not exceed the GVWR. To maintain warranty coverage, follow the...
... be supported by the scale. The total load must be limited so that GCWR ratings include a 68 kg (150 lbs) allowance for trailer towing. Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The gross combination weight rating (GCWR) is to the type of towing you can reasonably do not exceed the GVWR. To maintain warranty coverage, follow the...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 328
.... You must consider this as if it should not be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that you do not exceed either rating is the maximum capacity of the trailer load. Make sure that typically provides adjustable friction associated with the telescoping motion to...
.... You must consider this as if it should not be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that you do not exceed either rating is the maximum capacity of the trailer load. Make sure that typically provides adjustable friction associated with the telescoping motion to...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 329
...handling, stability, braking performance, and could result in accordance with gross axle weight rating (GAWR) requirements. They are recommended for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axel(s). WARNING! Weight Distributing Systems may be...reputable Recreational Vehicle dealer for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing safety. STARTING AND OPERATING 329 Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to...
...handling, stability, braking performance, and could result in accordance with gross axle weight rating (GAWR) requirements. They are recommended for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axel(s). WARNING! Weight Distributing Systems may be...reputable Recreational Vehicle dealer for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing safety. STARTING AND OPERATING 329 Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to...