Hoisting - Dodge 2004 Ram 2500 Owner's Manual

wheel. The nuts should then be tightened to recom-
mended torque. Tighten the nuts to final torque in
increments. Progress around the bolt circle, tightening
the nut opposite to the nut just previously tightened until
final torque is achieved. Recommended torques are
shown in the following chart.
Disc Type Nut Stud Size Torque
Wheels
Cone 9/16-18
Flanged 9/16-18
To Stow The Flat Or Spare
Turn the wheel so that the valve stem is down. Slide the
wheel retainer through the center of the wheel and
position it properly across the wheel opening.
For convenience in checking the spare tire inflation, stow
with the valve stem toward the rear of the vehicle.
Attach the wheel wrench to the extension tube. Rotate the
winch mechanism 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 3 or 4
times. It cannot be overtightened. Push against the tire
several times to be sure it is firmly in place.
Torque

HOISTING

Ft. Lbs. Newton
A conventional floor jack may be used at the jacking
Meters
locations, refer to the graphics that show jacking loca-
120-150 160-200
tions. However, a floor jack or frame hoist must never be
130-160 190-220
used on any other parts or the underbody.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 309
CAUTION!
Never use a floor jack directly under the differential
housing of a loaded truck or damage to your vehicle
may result.
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