512 STARTING AND OPERATING
Vehicle
1500 Models
2500 Models
2500 Power Wagon Models
3500 (Single Rear Wheel)
Models
3500 (Dual Rear Wheel)
Models
WARNING!
Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow)
between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable
handling. You could lose control and have a collision.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the
following precautions:
• Because of restricted traction device clearance be-
tween tires and other suspension components, it is
Axle Recommendations
Rear Only
Rear Only
Rear Only
Rear Only
Front/Rear
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Tire Sizes
P265/70R17
LT245/70R17E
LT265/70R18E
LT275/70R18E
LT285/70R17D
LT265/70R18E
LT275/70R18E
LT235/80R17E
CAUTION! (Continued)
important that only traction devices in good condi-
tion are used. Broken devices can cause serious
damage. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs
that could indicate device breakage. Remove the
damaged parts of the device before further use.
• Install device as tightly as possible and then re-
tighten after driving about ½ mile (0.8 km).
• Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
• Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large
bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle.
Chain Class
S Class
U Class
U Class
U Class
U Class
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