Tire chains (traction devices) – Ram Trucks 2013 С/V - Owner Manual User Manual

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WARNING! (Continued)

Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having

adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.

CAUTION!

Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
ings.

TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES)

Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body
clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard
against damage:

• Traction device must be of proper size for the tire, as

recommended by the traction device manufacturer.

• Install on front tires only.
• 225/65R16 and 235/60R16 tires with the use of a

traction device that meets the SAE type “Class S”
specification is recommended.

• Due to limited clearance, P225/65R17 and 225/65R17

tires with a Security Chain Company (SCC) Super Z6
low profile traction device or equivalent is recom-
mended.

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