2004 DODGE RAM 1500 GAS load capacity

rear axle systems (GAWR). Total load must be limited so
GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not exceeded.
Payload
The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load
weight a truck can carry, including the weight of the
driver, all passengers, options and cargo.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on the front
and rear axles. The load must be distributed in the cargo
area so that the GAWR of each axle is not exceeded.
Each axle GAWR is determined by the components in the
system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle,
springs, tires or wheels). Heavier axles or suspension
components sometimes specified by purchasers for in-
creased durability does not necessarily increase the vehi-
cle's GVWR.
Tire Size
This is the minimum allowable tire size for your vehicle.
Replacement tires must be equal to the load capacity of
this tire size.
Rim Size
This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size
listed.
Inflation Pressure
This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for
all loading conditions up to full GAWR.
Curb Weight
The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight
of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full
capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo
loaded into the vehicle. The front and rear curb weight
values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a
commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are
added.
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2. The maximum number of occupants in the truck
should not exceed two.
3. The total GVWR or the Front GAWR or the Rear
GAWR should never be exceeded.
4. The snowplow prep packages are not available with
the Sport Package.
5. Cargo capacity will be reduced by the addition of
options or passengers, etc.
The loaded 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. These weights are specified on the Safety Com-
pliance Certification Label on the driver's side door
opening.
NOTE: Detach the snowplow when transporting
passengers.Vehicle front end wheel alignment was set to specifica-
tions at the factory without consideration for the weight
of the plow. Front end tow-in should be checked and
reset if necessary at the beginning and end of the
snowplow season. This will help prevent uneven tire
wear.
The blade should be lowered whenever the vehicle is
parked.
Maintain and operate your vehicle and snowplow equip-
ment following the recommendations provided by the
specific snowplow manufacturer.
Over the Road Operation With Snowplow
Attached
The blade restricts air flow to the radiator and causes the
engine to operate at higher than normal temperatures.
Therefore, when transporting the plow, angle the blade
completely and position it as low as road or surface
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Exhaust System.......................69,343
Exterior Lighting........................ 101
Filters
Air Cleaner........................334,357
Engine Fuel.......................... 334
Engine Oil........................333,381
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 332
Flashers
Turn Signal.......................... 103
Flat Tire Stowage.....................301,311
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range........................ 265
Engine Oil........................... 264
Fuel Requirements..................262,263
Maintenance.......................... 265
Replacement Parts..................... 265
Starting............................. 265
Flooded Engine Starting................... 206Fluid, Brake........................... 382
Fluid Capacities......................... 379
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 352
Power Steering........................ 339
Fog Lights..........................102,378
Fold Flat Load Floor..................... 130
Four Wheel Drive....................... 216
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 294
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 316
Front Axle............................. 350
Front Wheel Bearings..................... 355
Fuel................................. 256
Adding............................. 259
Filter............................... 334
Gauge.............................. 150
Octane Rating......................256,381
Requirements......................256,379
Tank Capacity........................ 379
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Inflation Pressures..................... 244
Jacking............................. 302
Load Capacity.....................239,240
Radial.............................. 247
Replacement......................... 249
Rotation..........................253,386
Safety...........................234,243
Sizes............................... 236
Snow Tires........................... 253
Spare Tire........................... 301
Spinning............................ 248
Tread Wear Indicators................... 249
Wheel Mounting....................... 302
Wheel Nut Torque..................... 307
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 276
Torque Converter Clutch.................. 212
Tow Hooks, Emergency................... 316
Towing
Disabled Vehicle....................... 317Guide.............................. 277
Recreational.......................... 284
Trailering............................ 272
Weight.............................. 277
Traction.............................. 292
Trailer Towing.......................... 270
Hitches............................. 274
Mirrors...........................79,278
Tips ................................ 278
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 276
Trailer Towing Guide..................... 277
Trailer Weight.......................... 277
Transfer Case........................... 351
Fluid............................... 382
Transmission
Automatic........................208,352
Fluid............................... 382
Maintenance.......................351,352
Manual........................205,213,351
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