2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab Owner Manual - Page 473
2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab Manual
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472 STARTING AND OPERATING 6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed for towRecreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain ing, to secure the front wheels in the straight position. will result. Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is allowed ONLY if the rear wheels are OFF the ground. This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle trailer. If using a tow dolly, follow this procedure: 1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following the dolly manufacturer's instructions. 2. Drive the rear wheels onto the tow dolly. CAUTION! • Towing with the rear wheels on the ground will cause severe transmission damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. • Do not disconnect the driveshaft because fluid will leak from the transmission, causing damage to internal parts. 3. Firmly set the parking brake. Place automatic transmission in PARK, manual transmission in gear (not in Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models Neutral). NOTE: Both the manual shift and electronic shift trans4. Properly secure the rear wheels to the dolly, following fer cases must be shifted into NEUTRAL for recreational towing. Automatic transmissions must be shifted into the dolly manufacturer's instructions. PARK for recreational towing. Manual transmissions 5. Remove the key fob from the ignition switch.