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RAM QUALITY. ABOVE ALL, IT PROMISES TO BE COMPLETELY UNCOMPROMISED.
1 SPECIALIZED ENGINE RADIATOR
The design for Dodge Ram separates the
engine radiator from the transmission
cooler — which translates into lower
operating temperatures and maximum
cooling during heavy towing.
2 SEPARATE TRANSMISSION COOLER
Along with operating effi ciencies,
engineering a distinct transmission cooler
offers another major advantage: complete
elimination of any possibility of
cross-fl uid contamination.
3 AVAILABLE FRONT TOW HOOKS
Dodge's tow hooks are mounted securely
for a completely solid hookup point and
are mounted higher than on competitive
models — a design convenience
immediately obvious and practical if
you're in mud or deep snow. As well, the
front hooks are tested to hold up
to double the maximum Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR).
4 STEEL CRUMPLE ZONES
Designed-in proactive safety and security
measures are essential to Ram design —
and to your well-being. By helping absorb
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energy in the event of a front collision,
they help protect you — and reduce the
chance of damage to the frame itself.
Standard on all Ram models.
5 LARGE ENGINE MOUNTS
On Ram 1500 models, massive
engine mounts help reduce noise
and vibration — while also helping
to maintain that legendary durability
and reliability over the long haul.
6 WIDE TRANSMISSION MOUNTS
Beefy transmission mounts provide
another Ram advantage: they help reduce
noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH).
They also function to securely harness
the massive amount of torque generated
by the available HEMI
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V8 power plant.
7 TUNED SUSPENSION
To further reduce noise, vibration, and
harshness — and to contribute to a more
comfortable ride — the suspension
components and frame are "tuned" for
the best overall performance without
sacrifi cing ride quality.
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8 THE AVAILABLE ELECTRIC-SHIFT
TRANSFER CASE
It delivers capability at the touch of a
fi nger. The transfer case in Ram 4x4
1500 models offers operation in fi ve
separate modes — including 4WD HI
and LO positions — that lock both
driveshafts together for when the going
is really rough.
9 STAGGERED MONOTUBE
REAR SHOCKS
Offset shock absorbers are standard
equipment for capability and are found
on all 1500 and Mega Cab
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models.
Mounted inside the frame for increased
protection, with a "staggered" design,
they help reduce the axle wrap and
wheel hop that can occur under certain
acceleration and towing conditions.
10 HIGH-STRENGTH SPRING-STEEL
REAR LEAF SPRINGS
Our rear springs are mounted directly over
the rear axle — an engineering design that
increases ground clearance and thus
offers greater off-road capability.
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Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab
11 THE FAMOUSLY RELIABLE
HOTCHKISS REAR SUSPENSION
This solid rear axle (with longitudinally
mounted leaf springs) is the ultra-tough
rear support for all Ram models,
including Chassis Cabs. Hotchkiss
quality is part of the Ram legacy, proving
itself over time — and terrain.
12 FULLY BOXED PARTIALLY
HYDROFORMED LADDER FRAME
The stiffest frame in Ram history is an
essential factor when analyzing Ram's
outstanding handling and road manners.
13 THE AVAILABLE ELECTRONIC
STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP)*
ESP is one of the best reasons to look at
Dodge Ram. This system intelligently
uses steering wheel angle, yaw (turning)
rate, lateral acceleration sensors and
four individual wheel-speed sensors to
determine a variety of appropriate brake
and throttle actions — including braking
and closing the throttle when necessary.
The ESP on Ram actually includes a
variety of systems. Hill Start Assist
applies the brakes momentarily to
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4x4 with available HEMI
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V8.
prevent roll-back on hills; it's particularly
valuable with manual transmissions or
during trailer towing. Trailer Sway
Control is another ESP system, which
uses sensors to discern lateral (or yaw)
forces at the rear of the vehicle caused
by a swaying trailer. It automatically
applies specific brake corners to help
eliminate sway.
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TRANSMISSION
It endured brutal abuse before
acceptance by Dodge — over 2 million
miles of cumulative testing before
achieving the quality required for a Ram.
(For more on testing and quality, see
following pages. Complete
specifi cations are always online at
dodge.com/ram/durability)
* No system, no matter how sophisticated, can repeal
the laws of physics or overcome careless driving
actions. Performance is limited by available traction,
which snow, ice and other conditions can affect.
When the ESP warning lamp in the speedometer
flashes, the driver needs to use less throttle and
adapt speed and driving behavior to prevailing road
conditions. Always drive carefully, consistent with
conditions. Always wear your seat belt.
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