traction control Ram 1500 2016 Owner's Guide

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 that could indicate device breakage. Remove
the damaged parts of the device before further use.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•Install device as tightly as possible and then re-
tighten 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 pave-
ment.
•Observe the traction device manufacturer ’s instruc-
tions on the method of installation, operating
speed, and conditions for use. Always use the
suggested operating speed of the device manufac-
turer ’s if it is less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
•Do not use traction devices on a compact spare tire.
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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 conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
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 performance, which all
passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory
test wheel, than the minimum required by law.
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Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................819
Door Ajar...............................309
Door Ajar Light..........................309
Door Locks
Door Locks............................38
KeyFob...............................38
Remote...............................38
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................38
Door Locks, Automatic......................41
Door Opener, Garage.......................219
Driving
Off-Pavement..........................569
Off-Road.............................569
Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water................................589
Dual Rear Wheels......................663, 726
E-85 Fuel...............................680Electrical Power Outlets.....................232
Electric Rear Window Defrost.................249
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case......526, 533, 538
Electronic Brake Control System...............619
Anti-Lock Brake System..................620
Electronic Roll Mitigation.................631
Traction Control System...................625
Electronic Range Select (ERS)..........496, 506, 518
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........192
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..............626
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light........306
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . .214, 334
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). . . .334
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Setup
Menu................................334
EVIC Messages.........................334
Selectable Menu Items....................339
Emergency Brake.........................616
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Seat Belt Reminder......................298
Security Alarm.........................302
Service...........................849, 850
Side Marker...........................860
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS).........314, 665
Traction Control........................630
Transfer Case..........................526
Turn Signal..............121, 183, 329, 851, 853
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .303, 329
Limited-Slip Differential.................587, 825
Loading Vehicle..........................686
Tires ................................642
Locks..................................38
Automatic Door.........................41
Child Protection.........................42
Door.................................38
Power Door............................40
Low Tire Pressure System...................665
Lubrication, Body.........................807Lug Nuts...............................726
Maintenance Free Battery....................804
Maintenance Procedures....................794
Maintenance Schedule......................870
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . .310, 792
Manual, Service..........................886
Manual Transmission
Fluid Level Check.......................826
Lubricant Selection......................867
Memory Seat............................165
Methanol...............................676
Mirrors................................130
Electric Powered........................143
Heated...............................144
Memory..............................165
Outside..............................138
Rearview......................130, 131, 138
Trailer Towing.........................144
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Dual.............................663, 726
General Information..................647, 653
High Speed...........................650
Inflation Pressures.......................648
Life Of Tires...........................657
Load Capacity......................642, 643
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)............665
Pressure Warning Light...................314
Quality Grading........................887
Radial...............................650
Replacement...........................657
Rotation..............................662
Safety............................636, 647
Sizes................................637
Snow Tires............................652
Spare Tire.........................653, 655
Spinning.............................656
Tread Wear Indicators....................656
Tire Safety Information.....................636Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight................697
Tonneau Cover...........................837
Tonneau Cover Cleaning....................837
Torque Converter Clutch.................510, 521
Tow Hooks, Emergency.....................776
Towing.............................688, 781
Disabled Vehicle........................781
Guide...............................697
Recreational...........................714
Weight...............................697
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome...........714
Traction................................588
Traction Control..........................625
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)..................632
Trailer Towing..........................
.688
Cooling System Tips.....................709
Hitches..............................696
Minimum Requirements..................698
Mirrors..............................144
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