2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab Owner Manual - Page 502
2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab Manual
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 501 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 position it properly across the wheel opening. HOISTING A conventional floor jack may be used at the jacking locations. Refer to the graphics that show jacking locations. However, a floor jack or frame hoist must never be used on any other parts or the underbody. CAUTION! Never use a floor jack directly under the differential housing of a loaded truck or damage to your vehicle may result. For convenience in checking the spare tire inflation, stow with the valve stem toward the rear of the vehicle. JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES Attach the wheel wrench to the extension tube. Rotate the If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jumpwinch mechanism until the wheel is drawn into place started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in against the underside of the vehicle. Continue to rotate another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster until you feel the winch mechanism slip, or click three or pack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly four times. It cannot be overtightened. Push against the so please follow the procedures in this section carefully. tire several times to be sure it is firmly in place. 6