Snow Traction Devices - RAM Commercial PROMASTER 2022 Owner's Manual

254 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
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NOW RACTION EVICES
Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body clearance. Due to limited clearance the following traction devices are recommended. Follow these
recommendations to guard against damage.
Snow traction device must be of proper size for the tire, as recommended by the traction device manufacturer.
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No other tire sizes are recommended for use with a tire chain or traction device.
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Please see the following table for the recommended tire size, axle and snow traction device:
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FWD
Trim Level
All
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.
Axle
Front
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe
the following precautions:
Because of restricted traction device clear-
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ance between tires and other suspension
components, it is important that only traction
devices in good condition 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.
Tire/Wheel Size (maximum projection beyond
LT225/75R16E
Highway Service (Non-Cam) tire chain
225/75R16C
or equivalent is recommended.
Install device as tightly as possible and then
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retighten after driving about ½ mile (0.8 km).
Autosock traction devices do not require
retightening.
Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
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Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and
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large bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle.
Do not drive for a prolonged period on dry
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pavement.
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Snow Traction Device
tire profile or equivalent)
Quality Chain Corp Light Truck
CAUTION!
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