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Jacking and tire changing, Jack location, Preparations for jacking – Ram Trucks 2011 Chassis Cab - User Guide User Manual

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CAUTION!

Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the
temperature gauge reads HOT (H), pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the
vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into
the normal range. If the pointer remains on HOT (H), and you hear
continuous chimes, turn the engine off immediately and call for service.

WARNING!

You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or
steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the
hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never
try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant
bottle is hot.

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING

Jack Location

3500 Models

• The jack and jack tools are stored under the front passenger seat.

• Lift the flap on the side of the seat for access.

• Remove the jack and tools by removing the wing bolt and sliding the assembly

from under the seat.

4500/5500 Models

• These vehicles do not come equipped with a jack.

NOTE: Jacking and tire changing on 4500/5500 models should be performed by
an authorized dealer, or knowledgeable service personnel with the appropriate
heavy duty equipment, like a tire service company.

Preparations For Jacking

• Park on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas.

• Set the parking brake and shift the automatic transmission into PARK, or a

manual transmission into REVERSE. On Four-Wheel Drive vehicles, shift the
transfer case to the 4L position.

• Turn the ignition to LOCK and turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.

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