Towing A Disabled Vehicle - RAM Commercial CHASSIS CAB 3500 2021 Owner's Manual

350 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE

This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. If the transmission and drivetrain are operable,
disabled vehicles may also be towed as described Ú page 215.
Wheels OFF The
Towing Condition
Ground
Flat Tow
Wheel Lift Or Dolly
Tow
Flatbed
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to
prevent damage to your vehicle. Use only tow
bars and other equipment designed for this
purpose, following equipment manufacturer's
instructions. Use of safety chains is mandatory.
Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main
structural members of the vehicle, not to
fascia/bumpers or associated brackets. State
and local laws regarding vehicles under tow
must be observed.
If transmission is operable:
• Transmission in NEUTRAL
NONE
• 30 mph (48 km/h) max speed
• 15 miles (24 km) max distance (6–speed transmission)
• 30 miles (48 km) max distance (8–speed transmission)
Front
Rear
ALL
If you must use the accessories (wipers,
defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the ignition
must be in the ON/RUN mode, not the ACC
mode.
If the key fob is unavailable or the vehicle's
battery is discharged, Ú page 348.
2WD Models
OK
BEST METHOD
4WD Models
Detailed instructions Ú page 215
• Auto Transmission in PARK
• Transfer Case in NEUTRAL
• Tow in forward direction
NOT ALLOWED
NOT ALLOWED
BEST METHOD
CAUTION!
Do not use sling type equipment when

towing. Vehicle damage may occur.
When securing the vehicle to a flat bed

truck, do not attach to front or rear suspen-
sion components. Damage to your vehicle
may result from improper towing.