2010 Dodge Ram 1500 Regular Cab Owner Manual - Page 373

STARTING AND OPERATING 371 CAUTION! Always be certain the anchor you select will withstand the load. 7. Attach the Clevis/D-shackle and Tree Trunk Protector. Attach the shackle to the two ends of the strap or chain and through the hook loop, being careful not to over tighten (tighten and back-off 1/2 turn). NOTE: How to choose an anchor point: A secure anchor is critical to winching operations. An anchor must be strong enough to hold while winching. Natural anchors include trees, stumps and rocks. Hook the cable as low as possible. If no natural anchors are available when recovering another vehicle, your vehicle becomes the anchor point. In this case, be sure to put the transmission in NEUTRAL, apply the hand brake and block its wheels to prevent your vehicle from moving. Ideally, you'll want an anchor point that will enable you to pull straight in the direction the vehicle will move. This allows the wire rope Clevis/D-Shackles to wind tightly and evenly onto the spooling drum. An anchor point as far away as possible will provide the 8. Lock the clutch. Lock the winch drum by rotating the winch with its greatest pulling power. clutch lever on the winch to engage. 5