2008 Dodge Ram 2500 Pickup Owner Manual Diesel - Page 404

402 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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. 4-Wheel Drive Vehicles CAUTION! To avoid damage to the transfer case while towing, always use one of the following methods. NOTE: The transfer case must be in the neutral position, and the transmission must be in PARK (automatic transmission), or in gear (manual transmission) to tow a 4WD vehicle with one end of the vehicle raised. The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of vehicle raised and the opposite end on a towing dolly. TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for the purpose, following equipment manufacturer's instructions. Use of safety chains is mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to the main structural members of the vehicle-not to bumpers or associated brackets. State and local laws applying to vehicles under tow must be observed.