Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) - RAM 1500 2014 User Manual

UTILITY

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)

Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
Towing
Condition
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:
1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
2. Drive the rear wheels onto the tow dolly.
3. Firmly apply the parking brake. Place automatic transmission in PARK, manual
transmission in gear (not in NEUTRAL).
4. Properly secure the rear wheels to the dolly, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
5. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the Key Fob.
6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed for towing, to secure the front wheels
in the straight position.
140
Wheels OFF Two-Wheel Drive
The Ground
NONE NOT ALLOWED
Front NOT ALLOWED
Rear
ALL
Four-Wheel Drive Models
Models
• Automatic transmission
in PARK
• Manual transmission in
gear (NOT in NEUTRAL)
• Transfer case in
NEUTRAL (N)
• Tow in forward direction
OK
OK
See Instructions:
NOT ALLOWED
NOT ALLOWED
OK