Reinstalling The Jack And Tools - RAM 1500 2025 Owner's Manual

3. Remove the extension with the hook and reattach
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lug wrench to the extension tubes with the curved
angle facing away from the vehicle. Insert the
extension tubes through the access hole between
the lower tailgate and the top of the fascia/bumper
and into the winch mechanism tube.
CAUTION!
The winch mechanism is designed for use with
the jack extension tubes only. Use of an air
wrench or other power tools is not recommended
and can damage the winch.
Reinstalling The Flat Or Spare Tire
4. Rotate the lug wrench handle clockwise until the
wheel is drawn into place against the underside
of the vehicle. Continue to rotate until you feel the
winch mechanism slip, or click three or four times.
It cannot be overtightened. Push against the tire
several times to ensure it is firmly in place.
286. Attach the
Rotating The Lug Wrench Handle
NOTE:
Have the flat tire repaired or replaced immediately.
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision
or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the
vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire
in the places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire
repaired or replaced immediately.
R
EINSTALLING
1. Tighten the jack all the way down by turning the
jack turn-screw counterclockwise until the jack is
snug.
2. Position the jack and tool bag. Make sure the lug
wrench is under the jack near the jack turn-screw.
WARNING!
T J A T
HE ACK ND OOLS
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Jack And Tool Bag
3. Secure the tool bag straps to the jack.
Jack And Tools Tied
4. Place the jack and tools in the storage position
holding the jack by the jack turn-screw, slip the
jack and tools under the seat so that the bottom
slot engages into the fastener on the floor.
NOTE:
Ensure that the jack slides into the front hold down
location.
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