2016 RAM CHASSIS CAB manual transmission

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled
vehicle using a commercial towing service. If the trans-
mission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles may also be towed as described under “Recreational
Towing” in the “Starting and Operating” section.
Towing
Condition Wheels
OFF the
Ground 2WD Models 4WD Models
Flat Tow NONE If transmission is operable:
• Transmission in NEUTRAL
• 30 mph (48 km/h) max speed
• 15 miles (24 km) max distance See instructions in “Recreational Tow-
ing” under “Starting and Operating”
• Auto Transmission in PARK
• Manual Transmission in gear ( NOT
NEUTRAL)
• Transfer Case in NEUTRAL
• To w i n forward direction
Wheel Lift
or Dolly
To w Front NOT ALLOWED
Rear OK NOT ALLOWED
Flatbed ALL BEST METHOD BEST METHOD556 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

• The towing distance must not exceed 15 miles (24 km).
If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be
towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than 15
miles (24 km), tow with the rear wheels OFF the ground.
Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed,
or with the front wheels raised and the rear wheels on a
towing dolly, or (when using a suitable steering wheel
stabilizer to hold the front wheels in the straight position)
with rear wheels raised and the front wheels on the
ground.
CAUTION!Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe engine and/or transmission
damage. Damage from improper towing is not cov-
ered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Four-Wheel Drive Models
The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels
OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the
vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of vehicle raised and
the opposite end on a towing dolly.
If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transfer
case is operable, the vehicle may be towed (in the
forward direction, with ALL wheels on the ground), IF
the transfer case is in NEUTRAL (N) and the transmis-
sion is in PARK (for automatic transmissions) or in gear
(NOT in NEUTRAL, for manual transmissions). Refer to
“Recreational Towing” in “Starting And Operating” for
further information and detailed instructions.558 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Lug Nuts .................... .537, 538, 545, 547
Maintenance Free Battery ................... .577
Maintenance Procedures ................... .568
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .632
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . .250, 566
Manual, Service ......................... .646
Manual Transmission
Fluid Level Check ...................... .596
Memory Seat ........................... .156
Methanol .............................. .499
Mirrors ............................... .128
Electric Powered ....................... .138
Heated .............................. .140
Memory ............................. .156
Outside ............................. .136
Rearview ..................... .128, 129, 136
Trailer Towing ........................ .141
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............7 Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... .488
MOPAR Parts ........................ .567, 645
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .499
Multi-Function Control Lever ................ .173
Navigation System (Uconnect GPS) ............ .205
New Vehicle Break-In Period .................115
Occupant Restraints ........................50
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ............... .498
Oil, Engine ......................... .569, 627
Capacity ............................ .626
Change Interval ....................... .570
Dipstick ............................. .569
Disposal ............................. .571
Filter ............................ .572, 627
Filter Disposal ........................ .571
Identification Logo ..................... .570
Pressure Warning Light .................. .246662 INDEX

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........59
Child Restraint ..........................83
Extender ..............................63
Front Seat ....................... .52, 54, 56
Inspection ............................118
Operating Instructions ....................56
Pregnant Women ........................64
Pretensioners ...........................65
Rear Seat ..............................54
Reminder ............................ .240
Untwisting Procedure .....................58
Seats ....................... .142, 144, 145, 151
Adjustment .................... .142, 144, 145
Easy Entry ........................... .159
Memory ............................. .156
Power .............................. .143
Reclining Rear ........................ .151
Security Alarm ........................ .22, 244
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. .627 SENTRY KEY
Key Programming .......................21
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................19
Sentry Key Replacement .....................20
Service Assistance ........................ .641
Service Contract ......................... .643
Service Manuals ......................... .646
Settings, Personal ..................... .282, 305
Shifting ............................... .405
Automatic Transmission ................. .408
Transfer Case ......................... .426
Transfer Case, Shifting Into Transfer Case Neutral
(N) ................................ .531
Transfer Case, Shifting Out Of Transfer Case Neutral
(N) ................................ .533
Shift Lever Override ...................... .555
Shoulder Belts ............................54
Signals, Turn ..................... .120, 173, 265666 INDEX