Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) - Dodge 2013 RAM Chassis Cab 3500 User Manual

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UTILITY

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)

Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
Towing Condition
Flat Tow
Dolly Tow
On Trailer
Recreational Towing – Two-Wheel Drive Models
• DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain will result.
• Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is allowed ONLY if the rear
wheels are OFF the ground. This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle
trailer. If using a tow dolly, follow this procedure:
• Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
• Drive the rear wheels onto the tow dolly.
• Firmly set the parking brake. Place automatic transmission in PARK, manual
transmission in gear (not in Neutral).
• Properly secure the rear wheels to the dolly, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
• Remove the key fob from the ignition switch.
• Install a suitable clamping device, designed for towing, to secure the front
wheels in the straight position.
110
Wheels OFF The
Ground
NONE
Front
Rear
ALL
Two-Wheel Drive
Models
NOT ALLOWED
NOT ALLOWED
OK
OK
Four-Wheel Drive
Models
See Instructions:
• Automatic trans-
mission in PARK
• Manual transmis-
sion in gear (NOT
in NEUTRAL)
• Transfer case in
NEUTRAL (N)
• Tow in forward
direction
NOT ALLOWED
NOT ALLOWED
OK

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