2019 Ram 4500 Chassis Cab spare tire

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Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conven-
tional tire on the collapsible spare wheel, since the wheel is
designed specifically for the collapsible spare tire.
Full Size Spare — If Equipped
The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. This
tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the front or
rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare tire may
have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread
wear indicators, the temporary use full size spare tire needs
to be replaced. Since it is not the same as your original equip -
ment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and
reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity. Limited Use Spare — If Equipped
The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency use
only. This tire is identified by a label located on the limited
use spare wheel. This label contains the driving limitations
for this spare. This tire may look like the original equipped
tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle
handling. Since it is not the same as your original equipment
tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and rein
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stall on the vehicle at the first opportunity.
WARNING!
Compact and Collapsible spares are for temporary
emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive
more than 50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary use spares have
limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread
wear indicators, the temporary use spare tire needs to be
replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings, which apply to
your spare. Failure to do so could result in spare tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
WARNING!
Limited use spares are for emergency use only.
Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle
handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the
speed listed on the limited use spare wheel. Keep
inflated to the cold tire inflation pressures listed on your
Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the
driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side
door. Replace (or repair) the original equipment tire at
the first opportunity and reinstall it on your vehicle.
Failure to do so could result in loss of vehicle control.
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Tire Rotation Recommendations
Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at
different loads and perform different steering, driving, and
braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal
rates.
These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires. The
benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggres-
sive tread designs such as those on On/Off Road type tires.
Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain mud, snow,
and wet traction levels, and contribute to a smooth, quiet
ride.
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 between tires and other suspension components, it is important
that only traction devices in good condition 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.
• Install device as tightly as possible and then retighten 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 pavement.
• Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc -
tions on the method of installation, operating speed,
and conditions for use. Always use the suggested oper -
ating speed of the device manufacturer’s if it is less
than 30 mph (48 km/h).
• Do not use traction devices on a compact spare tire. CAUTION!
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NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure Information
System (TPIS):
• The Tire Pressure Information System (TPIS) uses uniquesensors in the inner rear wheels to help identify them from
the outer rear wheels, because of this, the inner and outer
wheel locations can’t be switched.
• After a tire rotation is completed, as shown below, the system can auto learn the locations of each sensor ID. Auto
learning/localization occurs when the vehicle ignition
status is changed from Off to On and speeds of greater
than 5 mph (8km/h) are obtained and remain over 5mph
(8km/h) for at about a 15 minute period. You may need to
drive for 20 minutes to account slower speeds and stops.
• If the tires are rotated incorrectly, the Auto localization of the TPIS sensors will fail to locate correctly resulting in
incorrect locations for the pressure values displayed in the
Instrument Cluster.
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 manufacturer
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.
CAUTION!
• 4500/5500 Dual Rear Tires may only have one approved direction of rotation. This is to accommodate the asym -
metrical 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. CAUTION!
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Air Suspension — If Equipped
After pressing the “Suspension” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available:Headlight Off Delay
–+
NOTE:
When the “Headlight Off Delay” feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or
90 seconds when exiting the vehicle. Setting Name
Selectable Options
Setting NameSelectable Options
Display Suspension Messages All
Warnings Only
Tire Jack Mode On Off
NOTE:
When the “Tire Jack Mode” feature is selected, the air suspension system is disabled to assist with changing a spare tire. Transport Mode On Off
NOTE:
When the “Transport Mode” feature is selected, the air suspension system lowers and then disables to assist with flat bed
towing. Wheel Alignment Mode On Off
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Trailer Brake
After pressing the “Trailer” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available:NOTE:
Before performing a wheel alignment, the “Wheel Alignment Mode” must be enabled. Refer to an authorized dealer for
further information.
Four Corner Air Suspension Modes — If Equipped Tire Jack Mode
Transport Mode Wheel Alignment Mode
NOTE:
There are four air suspension modes designed to protect the system in unique situations. Tire Jack Mode is selected to assist
in changing a spare tire. Transport Mode is selected to assist when the vehicle is being flat bed towed. Wheel Alignment
Mode is selected before performing a wheel alignment, refer to an authorized dealer for information. Setting Name
Selectable Options
Setting NameSelectable Options
Trailer Select Trailer 1Trailer 2Trailer 3 Trailer 4
Trailer Brake Type Light Electric Heavy Electric Light EOHHeavy EOH
Trailer Name List of Trailer Names Available
NOTE:
You can select and personalize your trailer name depending on the type of trailer you are hauling. Select the trailer name
from the following list: trailer, boat, car, cargo, dump, equipment, flatbed, gooseneck, horse, livestock, motorcycle, snow
mobile, travel, utility, and 5th wheel.

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Engine Off Options
After pressing the “Engine Off Options” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Suspension — If Equipped
After pressing the “Suspension” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available:Setting Name
Selectable Options
Engine Off Power Delay +–
NOTE:
When the “Engine Off Power Delay” feature is selected, the power window switches, radio, Uconnect phone system (if
equipped), power sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to ten minutes after the ignition is cycled
to OFF. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. Headlight Off Delay +–
NOTE:
When the “Headlight Off Delay” feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or
90 seconds when exiting the vehicle.
Setting Name Selectable Options
Display Suspension Messages All
Warning Only
Tire Jack Mode On Off
NOTE:
When the “Tire Jack Mode” feature is selected, the air suspension system is disabled to assist with changing a spare tire. Transport Mode On Off

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NOTE:
When the “Transport Mode” feature is selected, the air suspension system lowers and then disables to assist with flat bed
towing.Wheel Alignment Mode On Off
NOTE:
Before performing a wheel alignment, the “Wheel Alignment Mode” must be enabled. Refer to an authorized dealer for
further information. Four Corner Air Suspension Modes — If Equipped Tire Jack Mode
Transport Mode Wheel Alignment Mode
NOTE:
There are four air suspension modes designed to protect the system in unique situations. Tire Jack Mode is selected to assist
in changing a spare tire. Transport Mode is selected to assist when the vehicle is being flat bed towed. Wheel Alignment
Mode is selected before performing a wheel alignment, refer to an authorized dealer for information. Setting Name
Selectable Options
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Center High Mounted Stop Light......................................... 377
Center Seat Storage Compartment ....................................... 106
Changing A Flat Tire .............................................................. 390
Chart, Tire Sizing .................................................................... 446
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) ........... 159
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ........................................ 240
Checks, Safety .......................................................................... 240
Child Restraint ........................................................................ 214
Child Restraints Booster Seats ........................................................................ 218
Child Seat Installation ................................................ 229, 231
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt ......................... 227Infant And Child Restraints .............................................. 216Locating The LATCH Anchorages ................................... 224
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children ..................... 220Older Children And Child Restraints .............................. 217
Seating Positions ................................................................. 219
Clean Air Gasoline .................................................................. 479
Cleaning Wheels................................................................................... 464
Climate Control ......................................................................... 77 Automatic ............................................................................... 81
Manual .................................................................................... 77
Cold Weather Operation........................................................ 250
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ......................................... 584
Compact Spare Tire ................................................................ 462 Contract, Service......................................................................587
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ..................................436
Cooling System ........................................................................433
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............................................435
Coolant Level ...............................................................434, 437Cooling Capacity .................................................................483
Disposal Of Used Coolant..................................................436Drain, Flush, And Refill .....................................................434
Inspection ............................................................................. 437
Points To Remember ........................................................... 437Pressure Cap ........................................................................436Radiator Cap ........................................................................436Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............................434, 484
Corrosion Protection ...............................................................470
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ....................................285, 288
Cruise Light ............................................................................. 157
Cupholders...............................................................................115
Customer Assistance ..............................................................585
Cybersecurity ...........................................................................488 D
Daytime Running Lights ..........................................................67
Dealer Service ..........................................................................417
Defroster, Rear Window ..........................................................77
Defroster, Windshield ......................................................77, 241
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ....................................................75
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................................................158