Winch usage — power wagon only — (if equipped), Things to know before using your winch, General winch information – Ram Trucks 2015 3500 - Owner Manual User Manual

Page 561: Winch usage — power wagon only — (if, Equipped)

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• After extended operation in mud, sand, water, or

similar dirty conditions, have the radiator, fan, brake

rotors, wheels, brake linings, and axle yokes inspected

and cleaned as soon as possible.

WARNING!

Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause
excessive wear or unpredictable braking. You might
not have full braking power when you need it to
prevent a collision. If you have been operating your
vehicle in dirty conditions, get your brakes checked
and cleaned as necessary.

• If you experience unusual vibration after driving in

mud, slush or similar conditions, check the wheels for

impacted material. Impacted material can cause a

wheel imbalance and freeing the wheels of it will

correct the situation.

WINCH USAGE — POWER WAGON ONLY — (IF
EQUIPPED)

Things To Know Before Using Your Winch

General Winch Information
Your vehicle is equipped with an electric vehicle recovery

winch. This winch uses the electrical power from the

vehicle charging system to power a motor that winds

wire rope into the winch drum via planetary gear reduc-

tion. By nature, a winch is capable of generating very

high forces and should be used with care. Do not operate

the winch without reading and understanding the com-

plete winch owner’s manual.

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