2016 Ram ProMaster traction control

WARNING!(Continued)
braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict-
able handling and stress to steering and suspen-
sion components. You could lose control and have
a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Use
only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings
approved for your vehicle.
• Never use a tire with a smaller load index or
capacity, other than what was originally equipped
on your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load
index could result in tire overloading and failure.
You could lose control and have a collision.
• Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
ings.
TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES)
Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body
clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard
against damage.
• Traction device must be of proper size for the tire, as
recommended by the traction device manufacturer.
• Install on Front Tires Only
• Tire chains for a 225/75R16 tire with a Quality Chain
Corp Light Truck Highway Service (Non-Cam) tire
chain or equivalent is recommended.
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WARNING!
Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow)
between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable
handling. You could lose control and have a collision.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the
following precautions:
•Because of restricted traction device clearance be-
tween tires and other suspension components, it is
important that only traction devices in good condi-
tion are used. Broken devices can cause serious
damage. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise
occurs that could indicate device breakage. Remove
the damaged parts of the device before further use.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Install device as tightly as possible and then re-
tighten after driving about ½ mile (0.8 km).
• Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
• Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large
bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle.
• Do not drive for a prolonged period on dry pave-
ment.
• Observe the traction device manufacturer ’s instruc-
tions on the method of installation, operating
speed, and conditions for use. Always use the
suggested operating speed of the device manufac-
turer ’s if it is less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
• Do not use traction devices on a compact spare tire.
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Treadwear
The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on
the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government test course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the
actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices, and differences in road charac-
teristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory
test wheel, than the minimum required by law.
426 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

Introduction..............................4
Jump Starting ........................... .338
Key-In Reminder ..........................14
Key, Replacement ..........................15
Keys ...................................11
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................14
Lane Change Assist ........................95
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................28
Latches .................................68
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .282
Leaks, Fluid ..............................68
Life Of Tires ............................ .272
Light Bulbs .......................... .68, 399
Lights ............................... .68, 92
AirBag .........................50, 66, 134
Brake Assist Warning ....................247 Brake Warning
........................ .142
Bulb Replacement ...................... .401
Cruise ........................... .159, 160
Daytime Running ........................94
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...............92, 95
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator .....247
Engine Temperature Warning ...............138
Exterior ...............................68
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................309
Headlights .............................93
High Beam ............................95
Illuminated Entry ........................17
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........153
Park ............................. .95, 158
Passing ...............................95
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .133
Service .............................. .401
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............148
Traction Control ....................... .247
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Trailer Towing........................ .299
Tread Wear Indicators ....................271
Tire Safety Information .....................251
Tire Service Kit . . . .312, 313, 314, 317, 318, 320, 321, 322
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................296
Torque Converter Clutch ....................233
Towing ............................ .292, 347
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .347
Guide .............................. .296
Recreational .......................... .305
Weight .............................. .296
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ...........305
Traction ............................ .234, 235
Traction Control ......................... .243
Traction Control Switch .....................243
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ..................248
Trailer Towing .......................... .292
Cooling System Tips .....................305
Hitches ............................. .295Minimum Requirements
..................297
Tips................................ .304
Trailer And Tongue Weight ................296
Wiring .............................. .301
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .296
Trailer Weight ........................... .296
Transaxle Automatic .............................12
Transmission Automatic ........................... .222
Fluid ............................ .378, 408
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .19
Transporting Pets ..........................63
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .271
Turn Signals ............................ .157
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................425
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .282
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