RAM 2015 1500, Operating Information Manual, Page: 396 / 998

6. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on
the wrench while at the end of the handle for
increased leverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a
star pattern until each nut has been tight-
ened twice. For the correct lug nut torque
refer to “Torque Specifications” in this sec-
tion. If in doubt about the correct tightness,
have them checked with a torque wrench by
you authorized dealer or service station.
WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision
or hard stop could injure someone in the
vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the
extra tire and wheel in the places provided.
7. Install the wheel center cap and remove the
wheel blocks. Do not install chrome or alu-
minum wheel center caps on the spare
wheel. This may result in cap damage.
8. Lower the jack to its fully closed position. If
the bottle jack will not lower by turning the
dial (thumbwheel) by hand, it may be neces-
sary to use the jack drive tube in order to
lower the jack. Stow the replaced tire, jack,
and tools as previously described.
9. Adjust the tire pressure when possible.
NOTE:
Do not oil wheel studs. For chrome wheels,
do not substitute with chrome plated wheel
nuts.
To Stow The Flat Or Spare
NOTE:
Vehicles equipped with aluminum wheels
cannot be stored under the vehicle because
the wheel retainer will not fit through the
wheel pilot hole. Secure the flat tire in the
bed of the truck. Have the flat tire repaired or
replaced immediately.
WARNING!
A loose tire thrown forward in a collision or
hard stop could injure the occupants in the
vehicle. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired
or replaced immediately.
1. Turn the wheel so that the valve stem is
facing the ground and toward the rear of the
vehicle for convenience in checking the
spare tire inflation. Slide the wheel retainer
through the center of the wheel.
Reinstalling The Retainer
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