4500/5500 models, Preparations for jacking – Ram Trucks 2013 Chassis Cab - Owner Manual User Manual

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WARNING! (Continued)

The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing

tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the
vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be
jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or
slippery areas.

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 knowl-
edgeable 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.

WARNING!

Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off
the road to avoid the danger of being hit when
operating the jack or changing the wheel.

2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.

3. Set the parking brake.

4. Place the shift lever into PARK (automatic transmis-

sion) or REVERSE (manual transmission). On 4-Wheel
drive vehicles, shift the transfer case to the “4L”
position.

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