emergency towing Ram 5500 Chassis Cab 2012 Owner's Manual

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
CONTENTS
Hazard Warning Flashers................ 380
Jacking And Tire Changing............... 380
▫3500 Models — If Equipped............. 381
▫Preparations For Jacking............... 382
▫Jacking Instructions................... 383
Hoisting ............................ 392
Jump-Starting Procedures................ 392
▫Preparations For Jump-Start............. 393▫Jump-Starting Procedure............... 394
FreeingAStuckVehicle ................. 396
Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped...... 397
Shift Lever Override................... 398
Towing A Disabled Vehicle............... 399
▫Towing Without The Ignition Key Fob..... 400
▫Two-Wheel Drive Models.............. 401
▫Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles.............. 402
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WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or
even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could
explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi-
cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for
longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop-
ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near
a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with emergency tow
hooks.
NOTE:For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use
both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of
damage to the vehicle.
WARNING!
•Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck
vehicle. Chains may break, causing serious injury
or death.
•Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow
hooks. Tow straps may become disengaged, caus-
ing serious injury.
CAUTION!
Tow hooks are for emergency use only to rescue a
vehicle stranded off-road. Do not use tow hooks for
tow truck hookup or highway towing. You could
damage your vehicle.6
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 397

Drain, Flush, and Refill................ 422
Inspection.......................... 425
Points to Remember.................. 426
Pressure Cap........................ 424
Radiator Cap....................... 424
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).......422,454
Cupholders............................ 172
Customer Assistance..................... 477
Data Recorder, Event...................... 64
Daytime Running Lights................... 153
Dealer Service.......................... 409
Defroster, Rear Window................... 180
Defroster, Windshield................ 80,265,271
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 155
Differential, Limited-Slip.................. 304
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................ 433
Power Steering...................... 309Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 399
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............. 425
Door Locks............................. 29
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 31
Driving
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water...................... 306
Dual Rear Wheels.....................340,388
Electric Rear Window Defrost............... 180
Electrical Power Outlets................... 165
Electronic Range Select (ERS)............... 290
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 160
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 204
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case........... 298
Emergency Brake........................ 310
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INDEX 489

Tow Hooks, Emergency................... 397
Towing ............................350,399
24-Hour Towing Assistance............. 108
Disabled Vehicle..................... 399
Guide ............................. 354
Recreational........................ 368
Weight ............................ 354
Towing Assistance....................... 108
Traction.............................. 305
TrailerTowing .......................... 350
Cooling System Tips.................. 364
Hitches............................ 353
Minimum Requirements................ 355
Mirrors ............................ 92
Trailer and Tongue Weight.............. 354
Wiring ............................ 362
TrailerTowingGuide ..................... 354
TrailerWeight .......................... 354Transfer Case........................... 431
ElectronicallyShifted .................. 298
Fluid ............................. 455
Transmission
Automatic.......................284,432
Fluid ............................. 455
Maintenance........................ 432
Shifting ........................... 282
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 25
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 20
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 333
Trip Odometer.......................193,194
Turn Signals......................153,190,447
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