2008 DODGE RAM 3500 GAS emergency towing

Your phone must be turned on and paired to the
UConnecttsystem to allow use of this vehicle feature in
emergency situations, when the cell phone has network
coverage and stays paired to the UConnecttsystem.
Towing Assistance
If you need towing assistance:
²Press the PHONE button to begin.
²After the9Ready9prompt and the following beep, say
9Towing Assistance.9
NOTE:The Towing Assistance number dialed is based
on the country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528-
2069 for the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14-3454
for Mexico City and 1-800-712-3040 for outside Mexico
City in Mexico).
Please refer to the 24-Hour ªTowing Assistanceº cover-
age details in the Warranty Information Booklet and on
the 24±Hour Towing Assistance Card.
Paging
To learn how to page, refer to9Working with Automated
Systems.9Paging works properly except for pagers of
certain companies, which time out a little too soon to
work properly with the UConnecttsystem.
Voice Mail Calling
To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to9Working
with Automated Systems.9
Working with Automated Systems
This method is used in instances where one generally has
to press numbers on the cellular phone keypad while
navigating through an automated telephone system.
You can use your UConnecttsystem to access a voice
mail system or an automated service, such as a paging
service or automated customer service line. Some ser-
vices require immediate response selection. In some
instances, that may be too quick for use of the UConnectt
system.
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
CONTENTS
mHazard Warning Flasher..................416
mJacking And Tire Changing................417
NJack Location........................417
NReinstalling The Scissors-Type Jack And Tools
(1500 Models)........................419
mJacking Instructions.....................422
NRemoving The Spare Tire................422
NTire Changing Procedure................423mHoisting.............................434
mJump-Starting Procedures.................434
mFreeing A Stuck Vehicle..................437
mEmergency Tow Hooks Ð If Equipped........438
mTowing A Disabled Vehicle................439
N4-Wheel Drive Vehicles.................439
N2±Wheel Drive Vehicles.................439
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EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS Ð IF EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with emergency tow
hooks.
NOTE:For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use
both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of
damage to the vehicle.
WARNING!
Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck
vehicle. Chains may break, causing serious injury or
death.
WARNING!
Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks.
Tow straps and chains may break, causing serious
injury.
CAUTION!
Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a
vehicle stranded off-road. Do not use tow hooks for
tow truck hookup or highway towing. You could
damage your vehicle.
438 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Electronic Stability Program............... 333
Traction Control System................. 326
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)............. 332
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 145
Electronic Stability Program (ESP).........204,333
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case........298,306
Emergency Brake........................ 318
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 437
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 416
Jacking............................. 423
Jump Starting......................... 434
Tow Hooks.......................... 438
Towing............................. 439
Emission Control System Maintenance......... 514
Emission Related Components.............. 457
Engine..........................444,445,446
Air Cleaner.......................... 455
Block Heater......................... 282Break-In Recommendations................ 76
Compartment Identification.........444,445,446
Coolant (Antifreeze).................... 510
Exhaust Gas Caution.................... 375
Flooded, Starting...................... 280
Fuel Requirements..................... 508
Multi-Displacement..................... 338
Oil ...........................451,508,510
Oil Filler Cap......................... 452
Oil Selection.......................452,508
Oil Synthetic......................... 453
Temperature Gauge..................... 198
Equipment Identification Plate.............. 413
Event Data Recorder...................... 60
Exhaust Gas Caution..............78,187,375,465
Exhaust System....................78,464,465
Exterior Lighting........................ 136
Fabric Care............................ 486
536 INDEX

Spinning............................ 353
Tread Wear Indicators................... 353
Wheel Mounting....................... 423
Wheel Nut Torque..................... 428
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 390
Torque Converter Clutch.................. 288
Tow Hooks, Emergency................... 438
Towing............................... 385
24-Hour Towing Assistance............... 104
Disabled Vehicle....................... 439
Guide.............................. 390
Recreational.......................... 406
Weight.............................. 390
Towing Assistance....................... 104
Traction.............................. 314
Traction Control......................206,326
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)................. 337
Trailer Towing.......................... 385
Cooling System Tips.................... 399Hitches............................. 389
Minimum Requirements................. 392
Mirrors...........................89,400
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 390
Wiring.............................. 396
Trailer Towing Guide..................... 390
Trailer Weight.......................... 390
Transaxle
Automatic............................ 12
Manual.............................. 14
Transfer Case........................... 475
Electronically Shifted.................298,306
Fluid............................... 511
Transmission
Automatic........................283,476
Fluid............................... 511
Maintenance.......................... 476
Manual.....................279,288,291,476
Shifting..........................282,291
548 INDEX