2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab Owner Manual - Page 469

468 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Detach the snowplow when transporting pasSnowplow Prep Package Model Availability For Information about snowplow applications visit sengers. www.dodge.com or refer to the current Dodge Body Vehicle front end wheel alignment was set to specificaBuilders Guide. tions at the factory without consideration for the weight 1. The maximum number of occupants in the truck of the plow. Front end toe-in should be checked and reset should not exceed two. if necessary at the beginning and end of the snowplow season. This will help prevent uneven tire wear. 2. The total GVWR or the Front GAWR or the Rear GAWR should never be exceeded. The blade should be lowered whenever the vehicle is parked. 3. Cargo capacity will be reduced by the addition of options or passengers, etc. Maintain and operate your vehicle and snowplow equipment following the recommendations provided by the The loaded vehicle weight, including the snowplow specific snowplow manufacturer. system, all aftermarket accessories, driver, passengers, options, and cargo, must not exceed either the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) or Gross Axle Weight (GAWR) ratings. These weights are specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label on the driver's side door opening.