load capacity DODGE RAM 3500 DIESEL 2009 4.G User Guide

CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg)
loaded, it should have its own brakes and they
should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this
could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher
brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances.
WARNING!
•
Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s
hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake
system and cause it to fail. You might not have
brakes when you need them and could have an
accident.(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•
Towing any trailer will increase your stopping
distance. When towing you should allow for addi-
tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle
in front of you. Failure to do so could result in an
accident.
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights & WiringWhenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,
stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for
motoring safety.
The Trailer Tow Package may include a 4 and 7–pin
wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer harness
and connector.
NOTE:Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles
wiring harness.
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Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 479
Fog Lights ....................... 135,193,468
Fold Flat Load Floor ..................... 174
Four Wheel Drive ....................... 260
Four-Way Hazard Flasher .................. 406
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 421
Front Axle (Differential) ................... 448
Fuel ................................. 375
Adding ............................. 379
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .................... 381
Gauge .............................. 200
Octane Rating ...................... 375,479
Requirements ...................... 375,478
Tank Capacity ........................ 478
Fuses ................................ 458
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 153
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...............381,428
Gasoline (Fuel) ......................... 375 Gasoline, Reformulated
................... 375
Gauges ............................... 188
Coolant Temperature ................... 190
Fuel ............................... 200
Oil Pressure .......................... 190
Speedometer ......................... 189
Tachometer .......................... 189
Voltmeter ............................ 188
Gear Ranges ........................... 255
General Information ................. 18,114,374
Glass Cleaning .......................... 456
Grocery Bag Retainer ..................... 172
Gross Axle Weight Rating .................. 384
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ................ 384
Guide, Body Builders ...................... 6
GVWR ............................... 381
Hands-Free Phone (uconnect) ............... 86
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Oil Change Indicator..................... 193
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ................. 193
Oil, Engine ......................... 431,479
Capacity ............................ 478
Change Interval ....................... 432
Dipstick ............................. 431
Disposal ............................ 433
Filter ............................ 433,479
Filter Disposal ........................ 433
Identification Logo ..................... 432
Materials Added to ..................... 433
Pressure Gauge ....................... 190
Recommendation ................... 432,478
Synthetic ............................ 433
Viscosity ......................... 432,478
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............428,429
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 153
Operating Precautions .................... 428
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4Outside Rearview Mirrors
.................. 83
Overdrive ............................. 257
Overdrive OFF Switch .................... 257
Overhead Console .................... 145,146
Overhead Travel Information Center .......... 146
Overheating, Engine ...................... 191
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,505
Parking Brake .......................... 329
Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch ............. 54
Passing Light ........................... 137
Pedals, Adjustable ....................... 141
Pets .................................. 73
Pets, Transporting ........................ 73
Phone, Cellular .......................... 86
Phone, Hands-Free (uconnect) ............... 86
Pickup Box ............................ 176
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 350520 INDEX

Life of Tires.......................... 359
Load Capacity ..................... 350,351
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ........... 366
Pressure Warning Light .................. 197
Quality Grading ....................... 506
Radial .............................. 357
Replacement ......................... 359
Rotation ............................ 363
Safety ........................... 346,354
Sizes ............................... 347
Snow Tires ........................... 363
Spare Tire ........................... 408
Spinning ............................ 357
Tread Wear Indicators ................... 358
Wheel Mounting ...................... 409
Wheel Nut Torque ..................... 414
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .............. 389
Torque Converter Clutch .................. 259
Tow Hooks, Emergency ................... 422 Towing
............................... 383
24-Hour Towing Assistance ............... 101
Disabled Vehicle ....................... 422
Guide .............................. 389
Recreational .......................... 397
Weight .............................. 389
Towing Assistance ....................... 101
Traction .............................. 304
Traction Control ......................... 334
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ................. 345
Trailer Towing .......................... 383
Cooling System Tips .................... 396
Hitches ............................. 388
Minimum Requirements ................. 390
Mirrors .............................. 85
Trailer and Tongue Weight ............... 389
Wiring .............................. 393
Trailer Towing Guide ..................... 389
Trailer Weight .......................... 389
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