Supplemental tire pressure information if equipped
A light load vehicle condition is defined as two passen- gers [150 lbs (68 kg) each] plus 200 lbs (91 kg) of cargo. Cold tire inflation pressures for a lightly loaded vehicle will be found on the face of the driver’s door.
TIRE CHAINS
Use “Class S” chains, or other traction aids that meet SAE Type “S” specifications. Use “Class U” chains on 2500/3500 model trucks, or other traction aids that meet SAE Type “U” specifica- tions.
NOTE: Chains must be the proper size for the vehicle as recommended by the chain manufacturer.
CAUTION! To avoid damage to your vehicle, tires or chains, observe the following precautions:
Because of limited chain clearance between tires
and other suspension components, it is important that only chains in good condition are used. Bro- ken chains can cause serious vehicle damage. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs that could suggest chain breakage. Remove the damaged parts of the chain before further use.
Install chains as tightly as possible and then retighten after driving about 0.5 mile (0.8 km).
Do not exceed 45 mph (72 km/h).
Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large
bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle. (Continued)
CAUTION! (Continued)
Do not install tire chains on front wheels of 4x2
vehicles.
Do not drive for a prolonged period on dry pave-
ment.
Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instructions
on method of installation, operating speed, and conditions for usage. Always use the lower sug- gested operating speed of the chain manufacturer if different than the speed recommended by the manufacturer.
These cautions apply to all chain traction devices, includ- ing link and cable (radial) chains.
NOTE:
On 4x2 and 4x4 1500 model trucks, the use of class “S”
snow chains is permitted on the rear wheels only of trucks equipped with P265/70R17 tires.
On 4x2 2500 model trucks, the use of class “U” snow chains is permitted on the rear wheels only of trucks equipped with LT245/70R17E or LT265/70R17E tires.
On 4x4 2500 model trucks, the use of class “U” snow chains is permitted on the rear wheels only of trucks equipped with LT245/70R17E, LT265/70R17E, or LT285/70R17D tires.
On 4x2 and 4x4 3500 SRW (Single Rear Wheel) model trucks, the use of class “U” snow chains is permitted on the rear wheels only of trucks equipped with LT265/70R17E tires.
On 4x2 and 4x4 3500 DRW (Dual Rear Wheel) model trucks, the use of class “U” snow chains is permitted on the front and rear wheels of trucks equipped with LT235/80R17E tires.
CAUTION! Do not use tire chains on the front wheels of any model except for 3500 DRW (Dual Rear Wheel) trucks equipped with LT235/80R17E tires. There may not be adequate clearance for the chains and you are risking structural or body damage to your vehicle. Do not use tire chains on the rear wheels of 1500 model trucks equipped with LT275/70R17, P275/60R20, or 285/45R22 tires. There may not be adequate clearance for the chains and you are risking structural or body damage to your vehicle.
Download Manual