Ram Trucks 2015 3500 - Owner Manual User Manual

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7. Install and adjust the tension in the weight distribut-

ing bars so that the height of the front fender is

approximately (H2-H1)/3+H1 (about 1/3 the differ-

ence between H2 and H1 above normal ride height

[H1]).

8. The truck can now be driven. Jack mode will be

canceled and vehicle will return to normal ride height

when drive at speeds above 5mph (8kph).

Measurement Example

Example 1500 Height

(mm)

H1

925

H2

946

H2-H1

21

(H2-H1)/3

7

(H2-H1)/3 + H1

932

NOTE:

For all towing conditions, we recommend towing

with tow haul mode engaged.
All Other 1500(Non-Air Suspension)/2500/3500 Trucks

1. Position the truck to be ready to connect to the trailer

(do not connect the trailer).

NOTE:

For Ram 2500/3500 trucks equipped with rear air

suspension, normal ride height or alternate ride height

can be used. The vehicle must remain in the engine

running position while attaching a trailer for proper

leveling of the air suspension system. It may not be

possible to enter alternate ride height while lightly

loaded.
2. Measure the height of the top of the front wheel

opening on the fender to ground, this is height H1.

3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle without the weight

distribution bars connected.

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