2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup Owner Manual - Page 434

432 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES bolt circle, tightening the wheel nut opposite to the wheel nut just previously tightened until final torque is achieved. Recommended torques are shown in the following chart. Disc Wheels Nut Type Stud Size Torque (Ft. Lbs.) Cone 9/16-18 110-150 Torque (N•m) 160-200 WARNING! A loose tire thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could injure the occupants in the vehicle. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced immediately. Turn the wheel so that the valve stem is down. Slide the wheel retainer through the center of the wheel and NOTE: Vehicles equipped with aluminum wheels can- position it properly across the wheel opening. not be stored under the vehicle because the wheel For convenience in checking the spare tire inflation, stow retainer will not fit through the wheel pilot hole. Secure with the valve stem toward the rear of the vehicle. the flat tire in the bed of the truck. Have the flat tire Attach the wheel wrench to the extension tube. Rotate the repaired or replaced immediately. winch mechanism until the wheel is drawn into place against the underside of the vehicle. Continue to rotate until you feel the winch mechanism slip or click three or four times. It cannot be overtightened. Push against the tire several times to be sure it is firmly in place. To Stow The Flat Or Spare