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Dodge 2011 Ram User Manual

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CAUTION! (Continued)

Do not install tire chains on front wheels of 4x2

vehicles.

Do not drive for a prolonged period on dry pave-

ment.

Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instructions

on method of installation, operating speed, and
conditions for usage. Always use the lower sug-
gested operating speed of the chain manufacturer
if different than the speed recommended by the
manufacturer.

These cautions apply to all chain traction devices, includ-
ing link and cable (radial) chains.

NOTE:

• On 4x2 and 4x4 1500 model trucks, the use of class “S”

snow chains is permitted on the rear wheels only of
trucks equipped with P265/70R17 tires.

• On 4x2 2500 model trucks, the use of class “U” snow

chains is permitted on the rear wheels only of trucks
equipped with LT245/70R17E or LT265/70R17E tires.

• On 4x4 2500 model trucks, the use of class “U” snow

chains is permitted on the rear wheels only of trucks
equipped with LT245/70R17E, LT265/70R17E, or
LT285/70R17D tires.

• On 4x2 and 4x4 3500 SRW (Single Rear Wheel) model

trucks, the use of class “U” snow chains is permitted
on the rear wheels only of trucks equipped with
LT265/70R17E tires.

• On 4x2 and 4x4 3500 DRW (Dual Rear Wheel) model

trucks, the use of class “U” snow chains is permitted
on the front and rear wheels of trucks equipped with
LT235/80R17E tires.

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