wheel torque Ram 2500 2013 Owner's Guide

Slots in the wheels will assist in properly orienting the
inner and outer wheels. Align these slots when assem-
bling the wheels for best access to the tire valve on the
inner wheel. The tires of both dual wheels must be
completely off the ground when tightening, to ensure
wheel centering and maximum wheel clamping.
Dual wheel models require a special heavy-duty lug nut
tightening adapter (included with the vehicle) to cor-
rectly tighten the lug nuts. Also, when it is necessary to
remove and install dual rear wheels, use a proper vehicle
lifting device.
NOTE:When installing a spare tire as part of a dual rear
wheel end combination, the tire diameter of the two
individual tires must be compared. If there is a significant
difference, the larger tire should be installed in a front
location. The correct direction of rotation for dual tire
installations must also be observed. These dual rear wheels should be tightened as follows:
1. Tighten the wheel nuts in the numbered sequence to a
snug fit.
2. Retighten the wheel nuts in the same sequence to the torques listed in the table. Go through the sequence a
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second time to verify that specific torque has been
achieved. Retighten to specifications at 100 miles
(160 km) and after 500 miles (800 km).
It is recommended that wheel stud nuts be kept torqued
to specifications at all times. Torque wheel stud nuts to
specifications at each lubrication interval.
HOISTING
A conventional floor jack may be used at the jacking
locations. Refer to the graphics that show jacking loca-
tions. However, a floor jack or frame hoist must never be
used on any other parts of the underbody.
CAUTION!
Never use a floor jack directly under the differential
housing of a loaded truck or damage to your vehicle
may result.
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES
If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-
started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in
another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster
pack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly
so please follow the procedures in this section carefully.
NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack
follow the manufacturer ’s operating instructions and
precautions.
CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any
other booster source with a system voltage greater
than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor,
alternator or electrical system may occur.
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Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE).........23
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .505
Turn Signals ............................ .167
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................719
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .526
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................58
Utility Rails, Rear Cargo Area ................240
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............6
Vehicle Loading ......................... .494
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............7
Vehicle Storage .......................... .331
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .255
Warnings and Cautions .......................6
Warranty Information ..................... .716
Washers, Windshield ...................... .170
Washing Vehicle ......................... .669Water
Driving Through ....................... .443
Wheel and Wheel Trim .....................671
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .................671
Wheel Cover ........................... .595
Wheel Nut Torque ........................ .596
Winch ................................ .446
Accessories ........................... .450
Operation ............................ .451
Rigging Techniques ..................... .464
Usage .............................. .446
Wind Buffeting ............................46
Window Fogging ........................ .331
Windows ................................43
Power ................................43
Rear Sliding .......................... .223
Windshield Defroster .......................118
Windshield Washers ...................... .169
Fluid ............................... .169
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