Ram Trucks 2012 Chassis Cab - User Guide - Manual (Page 79)

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
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Place the shift lever into PARK (automatic transmission) or REVERSE (manual
transmission). On 4-Wheel drive vehicles, shift the transfer case to the “4L”
position.
5. Turn OFF the ignition.
• Block both the front and rear of the
wheel diagonally opposite the
jacking position. For example, if the
right front wheel is being changed,
block the left rear wheel.
NOTE: Passengers should not remain in
the vehicle when the vehicle is being
jacked.
Jacking Instructions
Instructions
1. If equipped, remove the spare
wheel, jack, and tools from storage.
2. Using the wheel wrench, loosen, but
do not remove, the wheel nuts by
turning them counterclockwise one
turn while the wheel is still on the
ground.
3. When changing the front wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and
connect the drive tube to the extension tube. Place the jack under the axle as
close to the tire as possible with the drive tubes extending to the front.
Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench.
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