2017 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab traction control

Please follow the table below for proper tire size, chain
type, and axle recommendations:
VehicleAxle Recommendations Tire SizesChain Class
Chassis Cab 3500 (Single Rear Wheel) Models Rear Only
LT265/70R18E U Class
Chassis Cab 3500 (Dual
Rear Wheel) 4X2 Models Rear Only
LT235/80R17E U Class
Chassis Cab 3500 (Dual
Rear Wheel) 4X4 Models Front/Rear
LT235/80R17E U Class
Chassis Cab 4500/ 5500 Models Rear Only
225/70R19.5G U Class
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
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the asymmetrical design (tread pattern) of the On/
Off road tire.
• When replacing a flat, the spare tire may have to be
remounted on the rim or installed at a different
location to maintain the correct placement of the tire
on the wheel relative to the tire/wheel position on
the vehicle. For example, if the spare is used to
replace an outer rear tire it will have to be remounted
on the rim so that the wheel is dished inward. That
way the tread design of asymmetrical tires will
maintain proper position.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established
by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manu-
facturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the
tires on your vehicle.
All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal
safety requirements in addition to these grades. 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 condi-
tions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt
and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction
performance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
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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 perfor-
mance, which all passenger vehicle tires must meet
under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.
109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of perfor-
mance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum
required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
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WARNING! (Continued)
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS)
The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the
driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom-
mended cold placard pressure.
The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi
(7 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C). This means that when the
outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will de-
crease. Tire pressure should always be set based on cold
inflation tire pressure. This is defined as the tire pressure
after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after a three hour
period. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the
maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire sidewall.
Refer to “Tires – General Information” in “Starting And
Operating” for information on how to properly inflate the
vehicle’s tires. The tire pressure will also increase as the
vehicle is driven - this is normal and there should be no
adjustment for this increased pressure.5
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Door LocksDoor Locks ..............................31
KeyFob................................31
Remote ................................31
Remote Keyless Entry ......................31
Door Locks, Automatic .......................32
Door Opener, Garage ....................... .164
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .352
Dual Rear Wheels ....................393, 431, 439
Electrical Power Outlets ..................... .172
Electric Rear Window Defrost ..................187
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ..............346
Electronic Brake Control System ................357
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................358
Electronic Roll Mitigation ...................366
Traction Control System ....................362
Electronic Range Select (ERS)..................336
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........143
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............363
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........205
Emergency Brake .......................... .355Emergency, In Case Of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................443
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................430
Jump Starting .......................... .440
Tow Hooks ............................ .444
Emission Control System Maintenance ............455
Engine ................................. .453
Air Cleaner ............................ .460
Break-In Recommendations ................91, 92
Compartment Identification .................453
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................... .508
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................93, 405
Flooded, Starting ........................ .327
Fuel Requirements ....................... .402
Jump Starting .......................... .440
Oil .............................. .457, 508
Oil Filler Cap .......................... .459
Oil

Filter .............................. .459
Oil Selection ........................... .458
Oil Synthetic ........................... .459
Overheating ........................... .430
Engine Oil Viscosity ........................ .459
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ..........64, 448
Entry System, Illuminated .....................2110
INDEX 527

Interior..................... .132, 133, 134, 164
Low Fuel ............................. .214
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........208
Park ................................. .219
Passing ............................... .136
Seat Belt Reminder ...................... .201
Security Alarm ......................... .203
Service ............................ .500, 501
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ..........212, 395
Traction Control ........................ .366
Transfer Case .......................... .345
Turn Signal ....................96, 135, 220, 501
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . .204, 220
Limited-Slip Differential ..................350, 483
Loading Vehicle ........................... .407
Tires................................. .376
Load Shed Battery Saver Mode ...................... .237
Battery Saver On ........................ .237
Electrical Load Reduction ...................237
Intelligent Battery Sensor ...................237
Locks ....................................31
Automatic Door ..........................32
Child Protection ..........................33 Door
..................................31
Power Door .............................32
Low Tire Pressure System .....................395
Lubrication, Body ......................... .471
Lug Nuts ......................... .431, 437, 439
Maintenance Free Battery .....................463
Maintenance Procedures ..................... .457
Maintenance Schedule ...................... .512
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . . .208, 455
Manual, Service ........................... .522
Manual Transmission Fluid Level Check ....................... .484
Memory Seat ............................. .121
Methanol ............................... .403
Mirr

ors ................................. .101
Electric Powered ........................ .108
Heated ............................... .109
Memory .............................. .121
Outside .............................. .107
Rearview .......................... .101, 106
Trailer Towing ...........................111
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ................7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ..................395
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Tires...........................96, 381, 386, 394
Aging (Life Of Tires) ..................... .389
Air Pressure ........................ .376, 381
Chains ............................... .390
Compact Spare ......................... .386
Dual .......................... .393, 431, 439
General Information ...................381, 386
High Speed ............................ .383
Inflation Pressures ....................... .382
Life Of Tires ........................... .389
Load Capacity ...................... .376, 378
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) .............395
Pressure Warning Light ....................212
Quality Grading ........................ .394
Radial ............................... .384
Replacement ........................... .389
Rotation .............................. .392
Safety ............................ .370, 381
Sizes ................................ .372
Snow Tires ............................ .385
Spare Tire ......................... .386, 387
Spinning .............................. .388
Tread Wear Indicators .....................388
Wheel Nut Torque ....................... .437
Tire Safety Information ...................... .370Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight
.................413
Torque Converter Clutch .....................339
Tow Hooks, Emergency ..................... .444
Towing ............................. .409, 446
Disabled Vehicle ........................ .446
Guide ................................ .413
Recreational ........................... .423
Weight ............................... .413
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ............423
Traction ................................ .351
T
raction Control .......................... .362
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ....................367
Trailer Towing ............................ .409
Cooling System Tips ..................... .421
Hitches ............................... .412
Minimum Requirements ....................414
Mirrors ................................111
Trailer And Tongue Weight ..................413
Wiring ............................... .419
Trailer Towing Guide ....................... .413
Trailer Weight ............................ .413
Transfer Case ............................ .483
Electronically Shifted ..................... .346
Fluid ................................ .510
Transmission ............................. .484
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