Dodge 2005 Ram Pickup 3500 User Manual
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• Operate with transfer case in 4L when plowing small
or congested areas where speeds are not likely to
exceed 15 mph (24 km/h). At higher speeds operate in
4H.
• Vehicles with 48RE transmissions should use 4L range
when plowing deep or heavy snow for extended
periods of time to avoid transmission overheating.
• Do not shift the transmission unless the engine has
returned to idle and wheels have stopped. Make a
practice of stepping on the brake pedal before shifting
the transmission.
RECREATIONAL TOWING — 4 WHEEL DRIVE
VEHICLES (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Recreational Towing – 2 Wheel Drive Models
Recreational towing 2 Wheel Drive is not allowed.
Towing with the rear wheels on the ground can result in
severe transmission damage.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these requirements can cause se-
vere damage to the transmission and/or transfer case.
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