2022 RAM PROMASTER spare tire

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE241
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TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS
The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle
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
aggressive tread designs such as those on all season
type tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to
maintain mud, snow and wet traction levels, and
contribute to a smooth, quiet ride.
Refer to the Maintenance Plan for the proper
maintenance intervals Ú
page 199. The reasons
for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected
prior to rotation being performed.
The suggested rotation method is the “forward
cross” shown in the following diagram. This
rotation pattern does not apply to some directional
tires that must not be reversed.

Tire Rotation (Forward Cross)

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).
Autosock traction devices do not require
retightening.
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
instructions on the method of installation,
operating speed, and conditions for use.
Always use the suggested operating 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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Camera, Rear
...................................... 105, 106Capacities, Fluid............................................ 251Caps, Filler Fuel........................................................... 108Oil (Engine)................................................ 202Radiator (Coolant Pressure)...................... 210Car Washes................................................... 244Carbon Monoxide Warning............................ 175Cargo Area Cover............................................. 50Cargo Compartment........................................ 50Cargo Light...................................................... 35Cellular Phone............................................... 136Certification Label......................................... 109Change Oil Indicator........................................ 56Changing A Flat Tire....................................... 180Chart, Tire Sizing............................................ 226Check Engine Light (Malfunction
Indicator Light)................................................ 68Checking Your Vehicle For Safety.................. 172Checks, Safety............................................... 172Child Restraint............................................... 168Child RestraintsBooster Seats............................................ 170Child Seat Installation............................... 172Infant And Child Restraints....................... 169Older Children And Child Restraints..........169Clean Air Gasoline......................................... 249CleaningWheels...................................................... 239
Climate Control................................................ 39Manual........................................................ 39Rear............................................................. 42Cold Weather Operation.................................. 69Compact Spare Tire...................................... 237Contract, Service.......................................... 254Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)............ 210Cooling System............................................. 209Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...................... 210Coolant Level................................... 209, 211Cooling Capacity....................................... 251Disposal Of Used Coolant......................... 210Drain, Flush, And Refill............................. 209Inspection................................................. 211Points To Remember................................ 211Pressure Cap............................................ 210Radiator Cap............................................ 210Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)..... 209, 251Corrosion Protection..................................... 243Cruise Control (Speed Control)........................ 80Cruise Light...................................................... 66Cupholders................................................... 246Customer Assistance.................................... 253Customer Programmable Features............... 120Cybersecurity................................................ 119
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Dealer Service.............................................. 204Defroster, Windshield................................... 173Diagnostic System, Onboard............................ 67
Dimmer Control Switch....................................36Dimmer SwitchHeadlight.....................................................33DipsticksAutomatic Transmission........................... 212Oil (Engine)............................................... 203Disable Vehicle Towing................................. 196DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant)...................... 210Door Ajar..........................................................60Door Ajar Light.................................................60Door Locks.......................................................20Automatic....................................................22Doors...............................................................20Driver’s Seat Back Tilt......................................23DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
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Electric Brake Control System....................... 138Electric Parking Brake......................................71Electric Remote Mirrors...................................31Electrical Power Outlets...................................45Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........80Electronic Stability Control (ESC)................... 138Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light.........60

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262 Power Inverter
........................................................ 46Mirrors......................................................... 31Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)................ 45Steering....................................................... 78Windows...................................................... 48Pregnant Women And Seat Belts...................159Preparation For Jacking................................. 180
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Radial Ply Tires.............................................. 234Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)............ 210RadioSound Setting............................................ 132Radio Operation............................................ 136Rain Sensitive Wiper System........................... 38Rear Camera....................................... 105, 106Rear Cross Path............................................. 144Rear ParkSense System.................................. 96Rearview Mirror............................................... 29Recreational Towing...................................... 116Reformulated Gasoline.................................. 249Refrigerant.................................................... 206Release, Hood................................................. 49Reminder, Seat Belt...................................... 155Remote Keyless EntryProgramming Additional Key Fobs.............. 15Remote StartingExit Remote Start Mode.............................. 18Remote Starting System.................................. 17
Replacement Bulbs...................................... 220Replacement Keys........................................... 15Replacement Tires........................................ 236Reporting Safety Defects.............................. 255Restraints, Child........................................... 168Restraints, Head.............................................. 27Rotation, Tires.............................................. 241
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Safety Checks Inside Vehicle........................ 173Safety Checks Outside Vehicle..................... 174Safety Defects, Reporting............................. 255Safety Information, Tire................................ 225Safety Tips.................................................... 172Safety, Exhaust Gas...................................... 175Schedule, Maintenance................................ 198Seat Belts............................................ 154, 173Adjustable Shoulder Belt.......................... 158Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage..... 158Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage............................................ 158Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)........... 159Child Restraints........................................ 168Energy Management Feature................... 159Front Seat............................... 154, 155, 157Inspection................................................. 173Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation.................... 157Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting................... 158Lap/Shoulder Belts.................................. 155
Operating Instructions.............................. 157Pregnant Women...................................... 159Rear Seat.................................................. 155Reminder.................................................. 155Untwisting Procedure................................ 158Seat Belts Maintenance................................ 245Seats................................................................23Adjustment..................................................23Heated.........................................................26Rear Folding................................................23Tilting...........................................................23Security Alarm...........................................20, 61Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze).................. 251Sentry Key (Immobilizer)..................................16Service Assistance........................................ 253Service Contract............................................ 254Service Manuals........................................... 255SettingsPersonal................................................... 120Shift Lever Override...................................... 195Shoulder Belts.............................................. 155Signals, Turn................................................. 174Snow Chains (Tire Chains)............................ 240Snow Tires.................................................... 237Spare Tires........................................... 237, 238Speed Limiter, Active.......................................79

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Starting
............................................................ 69Automatic Transmission.............................. 69Button......................................................... 16Cold Weather.............................................. 69Engine Fails To Start................................... 70Steering........................................................... 23Column Lock............................................... 23Power.......................................................... 78Storage, Vehicle...................................... 42, 243Storing Your Vehicle...................................... 243Supplemental Restraint System – Air Bag..... 162Surround View Camera.................................. 106Sway Control, Trailer...................................... 141Symbol Glossary................................................ 9Synthetic Engine Oil....................................... 205
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Telescoping Steering Column.......................... 23Tip Start........................................................... 69Tire And Loading Information Placard........... 230Tire Markings................................................. 225Tire Safety Information.................................. 225Tire Service Kit.................. 187, 188, 189, 191Tires................................... 174, 233, 237, 242Aging (Life Of Tires)................................... 235Air Pressure............................................... 233
Chains...................................................... 240Changing.................................................. 180Compact Spare......................................... 237General Information........................ 233, 237High Speed............................................... 234Inflation Pressure..................................... 233Jacking..................................................... 180Life Of Tires.............................................. 235Load Capacity........................................... 230Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)..63, 151Quality Grading......................................... 242Radial....................................................... 234Replacement............................................ 236Rotation.................................................... 241Safety.............................................. 225, 233Sizes......................................................... 226Snow Tires................................................ 237Spare Tires...................................... 237, 238Spinning................................................... 235Trailer Towing........................................... 114Tread Wear Indicators.............................. 235Wheel Nut Torque..................................... 247To Open Hood.................................................. 49Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight...................... 113Towing................................................. 110, 196Disabled Vehicle....................................... 196Guide........................................................ 113
Recreational............................................. 116Weight...................................................... 113Towing Behind A Motorhome........................ 116Traction......................................................... 117Traction Control............................................ 141Traffic Sign Assist.............................................91Trailer Sway Control (TSC)............................. 141Trailer Towing................................................ 110Hitches..................................................... 112Minimum Requirements........................... 113Tips........................................................... 115Trailer And Tongue Weight........................ 113Wiring....................................................... 115Trailer Towing Guide..................................... 113Trailer Weight................................................ 113Transmission Automatic.......................................... 73, 212Fluid.......................................................... 252Maintenance............................................ 212Transmission Fault Warning Light....................61Transporting Pets.......................................... 173Tread Wear Indicators................................... 235
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