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Towing tips – Dodge 2008 Ram Pickup 3500 User Manual

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Trailer Tow Additional Lamp Loads

Output

Functions

Maximum

Current

Additional Bulbs

Allowed Example

Only. Other bulb

combinations can

be used as long as

maximum current

is not exceeded.

Stop/Turn Left

16A

2 #3157 bulbs for
stop/turn

Stop/Turn
Right

16A

2 #3157 bulbs for
stop/turn

Trailer Park
Lamps

14A

2 #1157 bulbs (two

filament park/

stop/turn) plus up

to 24 #168 or #194

peanut bulbs.

Towing Tips

Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping
and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy
traffic.

If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing,
all starts must be in FIRST gear to avoid excessive clutch
slippage.

Towing Tips — Automatic Transmission
The “D” range can be selected when towing. However, if
frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the “TOW
HAUL” or “OD/OFF” range should be selected.

NOTE:

Using the “TOW HAUL” or “OD/OFF” range

while operating the vehicle under heavy operating con-
ditions will improve performance and extend transmis-
sion life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build up.
This action will also provide better engine braking.

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