Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) - RAM 3500 2012 User Manual

UTILITY

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)

Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
Towing Condition Wheels OFF
Flat Tow
Dolly Tow
On Trailer
Recreational Towing – Two-Wheel Drive Models
• DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain will result.
• Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is allowed ONLY if the rear
wheels are OFF the ground. This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or
vehicle trailer. If using a tow dolly, follow this procedure:
• Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
• Drive the rear wheels onto the tow dolly.
• Firmly set the parking brake. Place automatic transmission in PARK, manual
transmission in gear (not in Neutral).
• Properly secure the rear wheels to the dolly, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
• Remove the key fob from the ignition switch.
• Install a suitable clamping device, designed for towing, to secure the front
wheels in the straight position.
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Two-Wheel
Drive
The Ground
Models
NOT
NONE
ALLOWED
Front NOT
ALLOWED
Rear
ALL
Four-Wheel Drive Models
See Instructions
• Automatic transmission
in PARK
• Manual transmission in
gear (NOT in
NEUTRAL)
• Transfer case in
NEUTRAL (N)
• Tow in forward
direction
NOT ALLOWED
OK
NOT ALLOWED
OK OK