dodge brand product information DODGE RAM HEAVY DUTY: AWARD-WINNING POWER AND CAPABILITY 2004 DODGE RAM HEAVY DUTY PICKUP

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1 2004 DODGE RAM HEAVY DUTY: AWARD-WINNING POWER AND CAPABILITY Brash, tough and delivering best-in-class power and capability, the Dodge Ram Heavy Duty took Motor Trend Truck of the Year honors with ease. The Dodge Ram Heavy Duty also ranked first among heavy-duty pickups in the J.D. Power 2003 Initial Quality Study. For 2004, Dodge Ram Heavy Duty builds upon its strong start with a new automatic transmission for the High Output Cummins Turbo Diesel, a new 0ff-Road package and a factory-built box off option for the commercial market. Added to the proven Cummins diesel engine lineup and the most powerful standard gas V-8 available, the awardwinning 5.7-liter HEMI Magnum V-8, these enhancements solidify the Ram Heavy Duty s status as Truck of the Year. Dodge s reputation as the longest-lasting pickup on the market goes a long way in the heavy-duty truck segment, said Darryl Jackson, Vice President Dodge Marketing, DaimlerChrysler Corporation. This is a growth market with heavy-duty pickups up 34 percent since 1996, added Jackson. With Ram 2500s and 3500s now accounting for a third of all Ram sales, we expect to capture even more of that market with the Ram Heavy Duty, a proven winner. STRONGER AND MORE VERSATILE The Dodge Ram Heavy Duty successfully blends the needs of the heavy-duty market, offering superior capability and strength with handling, safety and power previously unknown in this segment, said Frank Klegon, Vice President Truck Product Team. For 2004, the Dodge Ram Heavy Duty delivers more choices for customers looking to move, haul and tow. The 2004 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty now offers a new 48RE automatic transmission, expanding the capability of the Cummins High Output Turbo Diesel. Built to a durability test aimed directly at commercial customers, the Ram Heavy Duty is tested in conditions ranging from 40 F to +130 F and running the equivalent of 150,000 miles at 95 percent of their on-the-job abuse level. BIG POWER AND PERFORMANCE The Dodge Ram Heavy Duty delivers one of the most potent powertrain combinations in the heavy-duty segment. Voted one of Ward s Ten Best Engines and standard on the Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500, the 5.7-liter HEMI Magnum produces 330 horsepower (246 kw) at 5400 rpm and 375 lb.-ft. (509 N m) of torque at 4400 rpm, providing more power than competitive standard V-8 engines. In fact, versus competitive vehicles with similar size gasoline engines, it provides best-in-class acceleration and towing capability, as well as significantly improved fuel efficiency over the engine it replaces. For 2004, the high-pressure common-rail injection High Output Cummins Turbo Diesel engine is even more userfriendly, adding the optional 48RE automatic transmission. Producing 305 horsepower (227 kw) at 2,900 rpm and 555 lb.-ft. (753 N m) of torque at 1,400 rpm, the Cummins Turbo Diesel provides prodigious torque and a class-leading Gross Combined Weight Rating of 23,000 lbs. A Standard Output Cummins Turbo Diesel is also available, delivering 250 horsepower (186 kw) at 2900 rpm and 460 lb.-ft. (624 N m) of torque at 1400 rpm. As durable as it is powerful, the Cummins Turbo Diesel has life-to-major overhaul intervals of 350,000 miles, providing more than a 100,000-mile advantage over the competition. An inline six, the new 5.9-liter Cummins has 40 percent fewer parts than typical V-8 diesels, adding durability, simplified assembly, better reliability and lower repair costs to its repertoire. For 2004, the Magnum V-10 is dropped from the Ram lineup. BIG INSIDE AND OUT The Dodge Ram Quad Cab models boast four standard doors and available 60/40 folding rear seats that ensure that both passengers and gear fit in the back at the same time. And by allowing the seats to fold up, tools and other items can be securely locked away on a job site. The Dodge Ram Quad Cab strikes a balance between interior functionality and exterior capability, featuring four conventional doors and a larger, more comfortable cab. To enhance comfort and convenience, Ram Quad Cab s four doors are front-hinged, all with inside and outside handles, to improve entry and exit. The rear doors open 85 degrees and the windows move all the way down. In addition to dodge brand product information 1

2 increased seating room and comfort, Ram Quad Cab features a host of storage compartments and conveniences. Rear seats feature an optional 60/40 split to accommodate passengers and cargo together. The seat cushions fold up to create a tall storage area from floor to ceiling. And an optional steel floor section under the back seats can fold open to form a flat load floor, with ample additional storage in the footwells. The Dodge Ram Heavy Duty Regular Cab offers just as much flexibility, with the largest cab in the segment, which was enlarged three inches when it was completely redesigned for This extra space not only aids in storage behind the rear seats but also allows for improved seat travel and ease in reclining for driver and passengers. Both the Dodge Ram Quad Cab and Regular Cab have numerous front seat storage areas and convenience features. The 40/20/40 front seat provides for comfortable seating for three or ample center storage for one or two occupants. The popular center business console can hold a laptop computer and includes fold-down dividers. The center 20 portion of the seat offers additional storage under the cushion. Equipped with two power points located in the instrument panel and another in the center storage console (on SLT and Laramie models), and an available dual-zone climate control system, Dodge Ram combines comfort with the versatility of a go anywhere rolling office that can haul, tow and venture off-road. On four-wheel drive Laramie models, an electronic shift transfer case is standard and features an instrument panel-mounted control. Heated leather seats are available on the Laramie model. BOLDER STYLING AND INCREASED COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE For 2004, the Dodge Laramie package adds a new, allchrome grille surround and chrome billet grille center to the boldest grille in town. Chrome bodyside moldings and an updated interior, with silver trim adorning the door panels and the instrument panel bezels, further distinguish the Laramie from the SLT. The Laramie edition also features a unique and more distinctive leather seat package, with higher contrast color seat inserts. Also for 2004, U-Connect hands-free cellular phone system with Bluetooth technology and a new integrated radio/navigation system are available. Sport models receive body-color side moldings and Ram adds Deep Molten Red as a new exterior color for 2004 models. RAM TOUGH AND BUILT TO STAY THAT WAY The Dodge Ram Heavy Duty leads the segment with bestin-class safety and handling, delivering a heavy-duty truck with precise steering and a comfortable ride without compromising capability. Featuring a hydroformed frame one of the stiffest ever on a pickup truck and rack and pinion steering system on two-wheel drive Dodge Ram Heavy Duty pickup trucks, Ram Heavy Duty delivers precise feel and response tuned to give the driver control and positive feedback under any conditions. On four-wheel drive Dodge Ram Heavy Duty models, an allnew recirculating ball system improves on-center steering feel through lower internal friction, and responds more precisely. In fact, the four-wheel drive Dodge Ram Heavy Duty pickup has the quickest steering ratio in the industry. The 13.4:1 ratio and 2.75 turns lock-to-lock are especially effective in a heavy-duty truck when making tight turns or maneuvering a trailer in close quarters. JUST AS DURABLE OFF-ROAD With the majority of Heavy Duty Rams being ordered with four-wheel drive, the Dodge Ram s off-road performance is a key selling point. The system delivers 45 percent of the torque to the front wheels and 55 percent to the rear wheels under normal driving conditions. The system includes a locking transfer case that features four-wheel drive high and four-wheel drive low modes. Two transfer cases, a conventional manual shift and an electric shift, are available on 2500 and 3500 four-wheel drive models to provide quieter operation, and improve quality. The manual-shift unit is standard on ST and SLT models. Four-wheel drive models feature solid beam front and rear axles that contribute to a best-in-class Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of up to 12,000 lbs. The refined four-wheel drive system on the 2500/3500 Dodge Ram pickup provides an outstanding combination of ride, handling and off-road operating characteristics. Front suspension on four-wheel drive 2500 and 3500 Dodge Ram Pickups is a refined version of the five-link, coil-spring suspension with beam axle used on the previous series Dodge Ram Heavy Duty. A link-type sway bar and heavy-duty tubular shock absorbers are standard. The rear suspension, common to both two-wheel and fourwheel drive models, is equipped with new three-inch longer leaf springs. The standard two-stage springs used 2 dodge brand product information

3 on the 2500 series have three leaves to carry normal loads while providing a comfortable ride and a leaf to support heavy loads. On all 3500 series trucks, the rates for unloaded and lightly loaded conditions have been reduced to improve ride quality. To support the full-rated load, all 3500 series trucks include auxiliary leaves as part of the package. DODGE RAM DELIVERS CLASS-LEADING SAFETY STANDARDS The 2004 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty offers a class-exclusive side curtain air bag system and power adjustable pedals (on both automatic and manual transmission-equipped trucks). Ram also provides standard ABS brakes, front-seat pre-tensioning and the first front-seat constant force seat belt retractors in a heavy-duty pickup truck. For 2004, Ram Heavy Duty adds standard rear-seat head restraints on Quad Cab models. Designed with a holistic safety approach, Dodge Ram Heavy Duty utilizes both conventional safety features such as air bags, and combines them with accident avoidance features such as excellent steering, handling and braking. Standard ABS, the largest brakes in its class and 17-inch wheels and tires the largest standard wheels and tires on a heavy-duty pickup all contribute to Dodge Ram s excellent safety capability. Also standard on Dodge Ram Heavy Duty are next-generation driver and front-passenger air bags. The passenger side air bag can be turned off on regular cab Rams to accommodate child seats. The Dodge Ram Heavy Duty trucks also include a standard LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) child seat anchorage system. The LATCH system works in conjunction with the standard child seat tether anchors to create safer child seat attachments. The Dodge Ram Heavy Duty is built at the Saltillo, Mexico and St. Louis North Assembly Plants. ### dodge brand product information 3

4 2004 RAM 2500/3500 FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS MODELS Box-off model available POWERTRAIN Tow/haul mode included with models with automatic transmission New 48RE four-speed automatic transmission with Standard and High Output Cummins diesel engines EXTERIOR New exterior color: Deep Molten Red replaces Garnet Red Fixed side steps (available January 2004) New adjustable rear seat outboard head restraints standard Chrome bodyside moldings standard for Laramie Chrome surround grille with chrome billet inserts for Laramie standard Heated mirrors optional on SLT and Laramie Chrome-clad wheels now standard on Laramie INTERIOR New available Navigation Radio with 4.9-inch full-color display, AM/FM Stereo, CD player and DVD-based navigation system UConnect hands-free cellular capability (Bluetooth ) Silver door and instrument panel bezels offer new Laramie seat appearance NOTE: The information shown is preliminary and based on data available at the time of publication. dodge brand product information 5

5 PRODUCT CHRONOLOGY 2003 MODEL YEAR All-new ST, SLT and Laramie models Dual Rear Wheels are standard on 3500 series except Quad Cab short box Single Rear Wheel is optional on 3500 series Quad Cab short and long box models with diesel engines All models are built on two wheelbases: and inches 5.7-liter HEMI Magnum OHV, SMPI V-8 with 5-45RFE five-speed automatic transmission or NV4500 five-speed manual transmission Cummins 5.9-liter Standard Diesel engine with 47RE four-speed automatic transmission or NV4500 heavy-duty five-speed manual transmission Cummins 5.9-liter High Output Diesel engine with NV5600 heavy-duty six-speed manual transmission 8.0-liter V-10 engine with 47RE four-speed automatic transmission or NV4500 heavy-duty five-speed manual transmission NV271 GII transfer case with part-time four-wheel drive, manual shift NV273 GII transfer case with part-time four-wheel drive, electric shift Frame Fully boxed rails with hydroformed front and kickup sections Rack and pinion steering for two-wheel drive models Precision recirculating ball steering for four-wheel drive models Larger front and rear disc brake rotors Tow Hooks Optional Adjustable Pedals Optional AM/FM Stereo with six-disc in-dash CD Optional Optional supplemental side air bag inflatable curtains (SABIC) Constant-force retractors with pyrotechnic pretensioners on front seats Three-point seat belt for center front passenger Regular Cab Three-point seat belt for center rear passenger Quad Cab Child Seat Anchor System LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) added to passenger outboard seats in Quad Cab and Regular Cab NOTE: The information shown is preliminary and based on data available at the time of publication. 6 dodge brand product information

6 PRODUCT CHRONOLOGY 2001 MODEL YEAR July 2000 Production Club Cab body style discontinued Standard four-wheel disc anti-lock brakes with dual-piston rear calipers on 2500 and 3500 models User-ready child seat upper anchors on cab back panels January 2000 Production High Output Cummins turbo diesel engine with six-speed manual transmission only (245 horsepower and 505 lb.-ft. torque) 2000 MODEL YEAR 2500 Club Cab body style discontinued New front suspension and steering systems on all models Revised rear suspension systems on 2500 and 3500 models All-new brake system with dual-piston front disc brake calipers and quick-response vacuum booster 1999 MODEL YEAR Four-wheel anti-lock brakes standard on 3500 models Upgraded Sport Appearance Group Front bumper and fascia, grille, quad headlamps 1998 MODEL YEAR Quad Cab body style introduced More powerful 5.9-liter Ram Cummins turbo diesel engine (mid-year introduction) Next-generation driver and front passenger air bags (running change)(a) Passenger air bag cutoff switch (Regular Cab and Quad Cab only) (running change)(b) Removable storage module under rear seats of Quad Cab (mid-year introduction) 1995 MODEL YEAR Club Cab model added 1994 MODEL YEAR All-new Regular Cab models introduced Model designations changed to 1500, 2500 and 3500 (a) Certified to federal regulations that allow less forceful air bags. Always use seat belts. Remember, a back seat is the safest place for children. (b) Important Always remove key. Rearward-facing child seats may be used in the front seat only with the passenger air bag turned off. dodge brand product information 7

7 MARKET POSITION Winner of the 2003 Motor Trend Truck of the Year award, the Dodge Ram Heavy Duty pickups offer big rig power, styling and capability. With an uncompromising attitude that remains the standard for all other full-size heavy-duty pickups, Dodge Ram Heavy Duty delivers the 5.7-liter HEMI Magnum as standard equipment. The available Cummins turbo diesel with up to 555 lb.-ft. (753 N m) of torque delivers a class-leading Gross Combined Weight Rating of 23,000 lbs. and a maximum trailer tow of 16,350 lbs. Combined with a powerful four-wheel drive system and a hydroformed frame, Ram Heavy Duty can get to the tough jobs and back. Heavy Duty Ram pickups provide an optimal combination of durability, reliability, comfort, convenience and safety features that make it equally capable in commercial and personal use. MARKET ADVANTAGES The Dodge Ram Heavy Duty successfully blends the needs of the heavy-duty market, offering superior capability and strength with handling, safety and power previously unknown in the segment. Built to a durability test aimed directly at commercial customers, the Ram Heavy Duty is tested in conditions ranging from 40 F to +130 F and running the equivalent of 150,000 miles at 95 percent of their on-the-job capability. The Dodge Ram Heavy Duty delivers one of the most potent powertrain combinations in the heavy-duty segment, the 5.7-liter HEMI Magnum V-8 and the awe-inspiring Cummins Turbo Diesel. Standard on the Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500, the 5.7-liter HEMI Magnum produces 330 horsepower (246 kw) at 5600 rpm and 375 lb.-ft. of torque (509 N m) at 4400 rpm, providing more power than competitive standard V-8 engines. In fact, versus competitive vehicles with similar size gasoline engines, it provides best-in-class acceleration and towing capability, as well as significantly improved fuel efficiency over the engine it replaces. New for 2004, the Dodge Ram Heavy Duty offers a new 48RE automatic transmission, expanding the capability of the Cummins High Output Turbo Diesel. Producing 305 horsepower (753 kw) at 2,900 rpm and 555 lb.-ft. of torque (227 N m) at 1400 rpm, the Cummins Turbo Diesel provides prodigious torque and a class-leading Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of 23,000 lbs. As durable as it is powerful, the Cummins Turbo Diesel has life-to-major overhaul intervals of 350,000 miles, providing more than a 100,000-mile advantage over the competition. Ram Heavy Duty features: Best-in-class acceleration when equipped with HEMI Magnum V-8. Best-in-class GCWR of 23,000 pounds. Best-in-class interior room with Regular Cab and Quad Cab models. Only heavy-duty pickup to offer side curtain airbags. Only heavy-duty pickup to offer adjustable pedals. Largest brakes in its class. Only heavy-duty pickup to offer a seven-year/70,000-mile warranty. 8 dodge brand product information

8 MODEL AVAILABILITY 5.7L V-8 5.7L V-8 5.9L Diesel 5.9L Diesel 5.9L HO Diesel 5.9L HO Diesel Manual Automatic Manual Automatic Manual Automatic Five-Speed Five-Speed Five-Speed Four-Speed Six-Speed Four-Speed Box NV RFE NV4500HD 48RE NV RE 2500 Regular Cab 2WD and 4WD Long S O O O O O 2500 Quad Cab 2WD and 4WD Short S O O O O O Long S O O O O O 3500 Regular Cab 2WD and 4WD Long Dual Rear Wheels S S S S S S 3500 Quad Cab 2WD and 4WD Short Single Rear Wheels Only S O O O Long Single Rear Wheels Optional with diesel Dual Rear Wheels Standard S O O O O O dodge brand product information 9

9 PAYLOAD SELECTOR Estimated Curb Weight, lbs.(a) Estimated Payload, lbs.(b) 5.7L V-8 5.9L I-6 5.9L I-6 5.7L V-8 5.9L I-6 5.9L I-6 Box GVWR, lbs. Gas Diesel HO Diesel Gas Diesel HO Diesel HO Diesel 2500 Regular Cab 2WD Long Long Regular Cab 4WD Long Long Quad Cab 2WD Short Long Short Long Quad Cab 4WD Short Long Short Long Regular Cab 2WD Long 11, Long 11, Regular Cab 4WD Long 11, Long 12, Quad Cab 2WD Short, Single Rear Wheels Long, Single Rear Wheels Long, Dual Rear Wheels 11, Long, Dual Rear Wheels 11, Quad Cab 4WD Short, Single Rear Wheels Long, Single Rear Wheels Long, Dual Rear Wheels 11, Long, Dual Rear Wheels 12, (a) Curb weights shown are for the ST models with standard equipment. SLT curb weight is approximately 100 pounds heavier. (b) Payload is the maximum allowable weight of driver, passengers and cargo, rounded to the nearest 10 pounds. Payloads shown are for the ST model with standard equipment. SLT payload is approximately 100 pounds less. It is reduced by the weight of optional equipment. 10 dodge brand product information

10 POWERTRAIN AVAILABILITY Transmission/Axle Ratio(a) Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Engine NV4500 NV4500HD NV RFE 48RE 2500 and 3500 Series 5.7L V-8(b) L I-6 Diesel L I-6 HO Diesel TRANSFER CASE AVAILABILITY Model Transfer Case Model 2500 NV271 standard, NV273 optional 3500 NV271 standard, NV273 optional dodge brand product information 11

11 FEATURE AVAILABILITY ST SLT Laramie EXTERIOR Air Dam Front (not available with Sport Appearance Group) S S S Box Bedliner Under-rail O O O Bumper, Front Chrome S S S Bumper, Rear with step pads Chrome S S S Body color (included in optional Sport Appearance Group) P P Colors: Atlantic Blue Pearl Coat, Black, Bright Silver Metallic, Bright White, Deep Molten Red Pearl Coat, Flame Red, Graphite Metallic, Light Almond Pearl Metallic, Patriot Blue Pearl Coat and Timberline Green Pearl Coat O O O Fascia Upper front (body color) S S Upper front (Gray) S Fog Lamps O S Glass Tinted, all windows S S S Glass Privacy, rear window (Quad Cab ) O O S Garage door opener Universal S Grille Dark Gray S Chrome S S Body color (included in optional Sport Appearance Group) P P Headlamps Halogen S S S Mirrors Manual adjusting, fold-away 6" x 9" Black S Power, heated, fold-away O O Trailer tow, manual, fold-away, flip-up O Trailer tow, power, fold-away, flip-up O O Molding Bodyside (Chrome) S Bodyside (Black) O O Paint Monotone S S S Two-tone lower; not available with Sport Appearance Group or dual rear wheels O O O Rear Window Fixed, tinted S S Sliding O O S Legend: S = Standard O = Optional P = Available In Group O/P = Item is a free-standing option and also included in a group = Not Available 12 dodge brand product information

12 FEATURE AVAILABILITY ST SLT Laramie EXTERIOR () Shield, Front Hood Protection O O O Side Steps, fixed (available January 2004) O O O Tonneau Cover Pickup bed, soft O O O Tow Hooks (2WD/4WD); included in optional Protection Group on 4WD ST and SLT (included with 4WD Laramie Package) O/P O/P O/P INTERIOR Air Conditioning S S Dual-Zone Climate Control S Assist Handles Four: Quad Cab, two: Regular Cab S S S Bezel Instrument panel and door panels, silver S Colors Dark Slate Gray O O O Taupe O O O Console Overhead (includes compass, outside temperature display and mini trip computer and dual courtesy/reading lamps) S Premium Overhead (includes compass, outside temperature display and mini trip computer, HomeLink three-channel universal remote transceiver and dual courtesy/reading lamps) S Electrical Power Outlet Auxiliary 12-volt S S S Floor Covering Front seat area carpet (includes front floor mats; color-keyed) O S S Vinyl (black) S Instrument Cluster with 120-mph speedometer and tachometer S S S Lamps Cargo and glove box S S S Lighter Cigar S S S Mirror Rear view Manual day/night S S Automatic dimming O S Pedals Power adjustable O S Radios AM/FM cassette with changer controls and four speakers S AM/FM with six-disc in-dash CD, Infinity speaker system with 11 premium speakers in seven locations, 240-watt digital amplifier and steering wheel-mounted audio controls O S AM/FM CD with changer controls O S AM/FM with cassette, CD, Infinity speaker system with 11 premium speakers in seven locations, 240-watt digital amplifier and steering wheel-mounted audio system controls O O dodge brand product information 13

13 FEATURE AVAILABILITY ST SLT Laramie INTERIOR () Navigation Radio with 4.9-inch full-color display, AM/FM stereo, CD player and DVD-based navigation system, Infinity speaker system with 11 premium speakers in seven locations and 240-watt digital amplifier O O UConnect hands-free wireless Bluetooth cellular phone connection O O Seats Premium Cloth 40/20/40 split bench with six-way power driver seat and front center cushion storage (Quad Cab includes 60/40 split folding rear seat and fold-out rear load floor) _ O Cloth 40/20/40 split bench (Quad Cab includes folding rear seat) O S Heavy-duty vinyl 40/20/40 split bench (Quad Cab includes folding rear seat) S Leather 40/20/40 bench with six-way power driver seat (includes 60/40 split folding rear seat, fold-out rear load floor, front center cushion storage) O Leather 40/20/40 bench with six-way power driver and front passenger seats (includes front center cushion storage; Quad Cab also includes 60/40 split folding rear and fold-out rear load floor) S Leather 40/20/40 bench with heated, six-way power driver and front passenger seats (includes front center cushion storage; Quad Cab also includes 60/40 split folding rear and fold-out rear load floor) O Speed Control O S S Steering Wheel Four-spoke S S Leather-wrapped O S Storage Cab back (Regular Cab only) S S S Rear under-seat compartment (Quad Cab only) S S S Sun Visors Cloth with mirror, right S S Windows Power with driver one-touch open S S Windshield Wiper and Washer System Two-speed with variable-delay intermittent S S S 14 dodge brand product information

14 FEATURE AVAILABILITY ST SLT Laramie POWERTRAIN AND CHASSIS Brakes Four-wheel disc with four-wheel anti-lock S S S Engine block heater (standard in Canada) O O O Tires LT245/70R17E black sidewall all-season; 3500 series with single rear wheels S S LT245/70R17E black sidewall on-off road; 4WD 2500 series and 3500 series with single rear wheels O LT265/70R17E outline white letter SR/A all-season; 2500 series and 3500 series with single rear wheels O S LT265/70R17E outline white letter on-off road; 4WD 2500 series and 3500 series with single rear wheels O O LT235/80R17E black sidewall all-season; 3500 series with dual rear wheels S S LT235/80R17E outline white letter all-season; 3500 series with dual rear wheels O S LT235/80R17E black sidewall on-off road; 4WD 3500 series with dual rear wheels S S LT235/80R17E outline white letter on-off road; 4WD 3500 series with dual rear wheels S S Spare, full size S S S Tow/haul mode (requires 5.7-liter engine, automatic transmission) S S S Wheel Trim Center caps (chrome) S S S Wheels Styled steel, painted, 17" x 7.7" 2500 series and 3500 series with single rear wheels S Chrome-clad steel, 17" x 8.0" 2500 series and 3500 series with single rear wheels S O Cast-aluminum, 17" x 8.0" 2500 series and 3500 series with single rear wheels O S Cast-aluminum, 17" x 8.0" included in Sport Appearance Group O S Styled steel, painted, 17" x 6.0" with bright wheel skins; 3500 series with dual rear wheels S S S Spare, steel, 17-inch S S S dodge brand product information 15

15 FEATURE AVAILABILITY ST SLT Laramie SAFETY AND SECURITY Door Locks Power S S Keyless Entry Remote (included in Security Group) S S Adjustable rear headrests(d) O O O Restraints Front: next-generation driver and passenger air bags(a) and knee bolsters S S S Height-adjustable three-point seat belts, outboard S S S Three-point seat belt, center (Regular Cab and Quad Cab rear) S S S Passenger air bag on/off switch(a)(b)(c) S S S Rear: Three-point seat belts (three)(d) S S S Supplemental side air bag inflatable curtains (SABIC) O O O Child Seat Anchor System LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) S S S Security Alarm, included in Security Group P S Sentry Key engine immobilizer; included in Security Group P S EQUIPMENT GROUPS Light Group Underhood lamp, cupholder lamp, ashtray lamp, switchable dome lamp, vanity mirror lamp for driver and passenger, electrochromic rear-view mirror O S Heavy-Duty Snow Plow Prep Group (4WD only) O O O Security Group Security alarm, Sentry Key engine immobilizer O S Sport Appearance Group Fog lamps, body color grille with platinum chrome billet texture, body-color full-coverage front fascia, body color rear bumper with step pads, 17" x 8" cast-aluminum wheels; must have monotone paint O O Trailer Tow Group Class IV hitch receiver, seven-circuit wiring harness, 750-amp battery, heavy-duty engine cooling and auxiliary transmission oil cooler when equipped with automatic transmission O O O (a) Certified to federal regulations that allow less forceful air bags. Always use seat belts. Remember, a back seat is the safest place for children. (b) Regular Cab Only. (c) Important, always remove key. Rearward-facing child seats may be used in the front seat only with the passenger air bag turned off. (d) Quad Cab only. 16 dodge brand product information

16 All dimensions are in inches (millimeters) unless otherwise noted. All dimensions measured at curb weight with standard tires and wheels. GENERAL INFORMATION Body Styles Regular Cab and Quad Cab Assembly Plants Saltillo, Mexico and St. Louis, Missouri EPA Vehicle Class Standard Pickup ENGINE: 5.7-LITER HEMI MAGNUM V-8 Availability Std. All(a) Type and Description Eight cylinders, 90 V-type, liquid-cooled Displacement 345 cu. in. (5654 cu. cm) Bore x Stroke 3.92 x 3.58 (99.5 x 90.9) Valve System Pushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves, hydraulic lifters with roller followers Fuel Injection Sequential, multi-port, electronic, returnless Construction Deep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, aluminum alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers Compression Ratio 9.6:1 Power (SAE net) 330 bhp ( rpm, (61.0 bhp/l), 2500 series(b) Torque (SAE Net) 375 lb.-ft. (509 N 4200 rpm, 2500 series(b) Max. Engine Speed 5800 rpm Fuel Requirement Unleaded mid-grade, 89 octane (R+M)/2 recommended, Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 acceptable Oil Capacity 7 qt. (6.6L) Coolant Capacity 18.7 qt. (17.7L) Emission Control Three-way catalytic converter and internal engine features(c) (a) Not available on 3500 SRW. (b) Preliminary. (c) Meets Tier 1 emission requirements in all 50 states. dodge brand product information 17

17 ENGINE: 5.9-LITER CUMMINS TURBO DIESEL I-6 Availability Opt. All Type and Description Six-cylinder, inline, liquid-cooled, turbocharged, intercooled Displacement 359 cu. in. (5883 cu. cm) Bore x Stroke 4.02 x 4.72 (102.1 x 119.9) Valve System OHV, 24 valves, solid lifters Fuel Injection Electronic high-pressure common rail Construction Cast-iron block and head Compression Ratio 17.2:1 Power (SAE net) 250 bhp ( rpm standard output (42.4 bhp/l)(a) 235 bhp ( rpm standard output (39.8 bhp/l)(b) 305 bhp ( rpm high-output (51.7 bhp/l)(a) Torque (SAE net) 460 lb.-ft. (624 N 1,400 rpm standard output(a) 460 lb.-ft. (624 N 1,400 rpm standard output(b) 555 lb.-ft. (752 N 1,400 rpm high output(a) Maximum High-Idle Engine Speed 3500 rpm Fuel Requirement Diesel Oil Capacity 12 qt. (11.4L) with filter Coolant Capacity 32.7 qt. (30.9L) Emission Controls Oxidation catalytic converter and internal engine features(a)(b) (a) Meets Federal heavy-duty diesel emission control requirements. (b) Meets California medium-duty vehicle engine certified diesel emission control requirements. 18 dodge brand product information

18 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Alternator Availability Standard All Rating 136-amp Battery Maintenance-free, 750 CCA Battery Availability Standard 2500 Description Group 65, low-maintenance, 700 CCA Availability Standard 3500 with gasoline engines Description Group 65, low-maintenance, 700 CCA Availability Standard All with diesel engines Description Dual, Group 65, low-maintenance, 750 CCA TRANSMISSION: NV4500/NV4500HD MANUAL, FIVE-SPEED OVERDRIVE Availability 4500 std. with 5.7-liter V-8 engines; 4500 HD std. with 5.9-liter I-6 diesel Description Synchronized in all gears Gear Ratios 1st nd rd th 1 5th 0.75 Reverse 5.04 Overall Top Gear Ratio 2.80 with 3.73 axle ratio; 3.07 with 4.10 axle ratio TRANSMISSION: NV5600 MANUAL, SIX-SPEED OVERDRIVE Availability Std. with 5.9-liter high-output diesel engine Description Synchronized in all gears Gear Ratios 1st nd rd th th 1 6th 0.73 Reverse 5.63 Overall Top Gear Ratio 2.72 with 3.73 axle and 2.99 with 4.10 axle dodge brand product information 19

19 TRANSMISSION: 5-45RFE AUTOMATIC FIVE-SPEED Availability Optional with 5.7-liter engines Description Three planetary gear sets, one overrunning clutch, full electronic control, electronically controlled converter clutch Gear Ratios 1st 3 2nd 1.67 upshift; 1.50 kick-down 3rd 1 4th th 0.67 Overall Top Gear 2.50 with 3.73 axle and 2.75 with 4.10 axle TRANSMISSION: 48RE AUTOMATIC, FOUR-SPEED OVERDRIVE Availability 48RE optional with Cummins diesel engines Description Hydraulic control, electronically controlled governor overdrive, overdrive lockout and converter clutch Gear Ratios 1st nd rd 1.0 4th 0.69 Overall Top Gear Ratio 2.57 with 3.73 axle ratio and 2.82 with 4.10 axle ratio TRANSFER CASES: NV271/NV273 Availability NV271 std. 4WD ST NV273 std. Laramie; opt. SLT Type Part-time Operating Modes 2WD; 4WD High, Locked; Neutral; 4WD Low, Locked Shift Mechanism NV271 manual; NV273 electric Low-Range Ratio 2.72 Center Differential None 20 dodge brand product information

20 DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITIES Series Box Short Long Short Single Long Single Long Dual Rear Wheels Rear Wheels Rear Wheels Quad Cab 2WD Wheelbase Track, Front Track, Rear Overall Length Overall Width Overall Height Tailgate Load Height Ground Clearance Front axle Rear axle Approach Angle, deg Ramp Breakover Angle, deg Departure Angle, deg Frontal Area, sq. ft Drag Coefficient Fuel Tank, gal. (L) 34 (128) 35 (132) 34 (128) 35 (132) 35 (132) Quad Cab 4WD Wheelbase Track, Front Track, Rear Overall Length Overall Width Overall Height Tailgate Load Height Ground Clearance Front axle Rear axle Approach Angle, deg Ramp Breakover Angle, deg Departure Angle, deg Frontal Area, sq. ft Drag Coefficient Fuel Tank, gal. (L) 34 (128) 35 (132) 34 (128) 35 (132) 35 (132) dodge brand product information 21

21 DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITIES () Regular Cab 2WD Model Dual Rear Wheels Wheelbase Track, Front Track, Rear Overall Length Overall Width Overall Height Tailgate Load Height Ground Clearance Front axle Rear axle Approach Angle, deg Ramp Breakover Angle, deg Departure Angle, deg Frontal Area, sq. ft Drag Coefficient Fuel Tank, gal. (L) 35 (132) 35 (132) Regular Cab 4WD Model Dual Rear Wheels Wheelbase Track, Front Track, Rear Overall Length Overall Width Overall Height Tailgate Load Height Ground Clearance Front axle Rear axle Approach Angle, deg Ramp Breakover Angle, deg Departure Angle, deg Frontal Area, sq. ft Drag Coefficient Fuel Tank, gal. (L) 35 (132) 35 (132) 22 dodge brand product information

22 All dimensions are in inches (millimeters) unless otherwise noted. CARGO BOX Nominal Box Size 6 ft., 3 in. 8 ft. SAE Volume cu. ft. (1.635 cu. m) cu. ft. (2.093 cu. m) Length at Floor, Tailgate Closed 75.9 (1928) 97.9 (2486) Cargo Width 66.4 (1687) 66.4 (1687) Distance Between Wheelhouses 51.0 (1295) 51.0 (1295) Depth 20.2 (512) 20.2 (512) Tailgate Opening Width 63.5 (1612) 63.5 (1612) ACCOMMODATIONS Quad Cab Regular Cab Seating Capacity, F/R 3/3 3/ Front Head room 40.8 (1037) 40.9 (1040) Leg room 41.0 (1041) 41.0 (1041) Shoulder room 67.0 (1702) 67.0 (1702) Hip room 65.1 (1653) 65.1 (1653) Seat travel 9.0 (229) 9.0 (229) Recliner range Rear Head room 40.0 (1015) Leg room 36.4 (925) Shoulder room 66.7 (1094) Hip room 64.6 (1640) Knee clearance 1.1 (28.4) Interior Volume Front cu. ft cu. ft. Rear cu. ft. dodge brand product information 23

23 BODY AND CHASSIS 2WD 4WD Layout Longitudinal, front engine; Longitudinal, front engine; Hotchkiss drive Hotchkiss drive, transfer case Construction Ladder-type frame, steel cab, double-wall Ladder-type frame, steel cab, double-wall steel steel pickup box pickup box, SUSPENSION Front Short and long arm independent, coil Live axle, Quadra Link leading arms, track springs, gas-charged shock absorbers, bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar, gas-charged stabilizer bar shock absorbers Rear Live axle, longitudinal leaf springs, gas-charged Live axle, longitudinal leaf springs, gas-charged shock absorbers 2500, shock absorbers 2500, auxiliary springs added 3500 auxiliary springs added 3500 STEERING Model Quad Cab, Short Box Regular Cab Quad Cab, Long Box 2WD Overall Ratio 15.4:1 15.4:1 15.4:1 Steering Wheel Turns Lock to Lock Turning Diameter (Curb to Curb) 44.6 ft. (13.6 m) 44.6 ft. (13.6 m) 50.3 ft. (15.3 m) 4WD Overall Ratio 13.4:1 13.4:1 13.4:1 Steering Wheel Turns Lock to Lock Turning Diameter (Curb to Curb)(a) 48.9 ft. (14.9 m) 48.9 ft. (14.9 m) 52.0 ft. (15.8 m) BRAKES Model Front Size and Type 13.9 in. x 1.26 in. (353 mm x 35.5 mm) 13.9 in. x 1.26 in. (353 mm x 35.5 mm) vented disc with 2 x 2.20 in. (2 x 56 mm) vented disc with 2 x 2.20 in. (2 x 56 mm) twin-piston sliding caliper and ABS twin-piston sliding caliper and ABS Swept Area sq. in. (2021 sq. cm) sq. in. (2021 sq. cm) Rear Size and Type 13.9 in. x 1.18 in. (352.5 mm x 30 mm) Single Rear Wheels 13.9 in. x 1.18 in. (352.5 mm x disc with 2 x 1.77 in. (2 x 45 mm) twin-piston sliding caliper and ABS 30 mm) disc with 2 x 1.77 in. (2 x 45 mm) twin-piston sliding caliper and ABS Dual Rear Wheels 13.9 in. x 1.18 in. (352.5 mm x 30 mm) disc with 2 x 2.01 in. (2 x 51 mm) twin-piston sliding caliper and ABS Swept Area sq. in. (1997 sq. cm) sq. in. (1997 sq. cm) Power Assist Type Tandem diaphragm vacuum with gasoline Hydraulic engines; hydraulic with diesel engines (a) Turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height. Turning diameters and steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock may differ with optional tires and wheels. 24 dodge brand product information

24 ESTIMATED TRAILER TOW RATINGS(a) 2500 Regular Cab 2WD GVWR Box Engine Transmission Axle Ratio Payload Curb Wt. GCWR, lbs.(b) GTWR, lbs.(c) 8650 Long 5.7L V-8 Manual five-speed , L V-8 Manual five-speed ,000 11, L V-8 Automatic five-speed , L V-8 Automatic five-speed ,000 11, L 24V TD Manual five-speed ,000 12, L 24V TD Manual five-speed ,000 13, L 24V TD Automatic four-speed ,000 13, L 24V TD Automatic four-speed ,000 13, L 24V TDHO Manual six-speed ,000 13, L 24V TDHO Manual six-speed ,000 13, L 24V TDHO Automatic four-speed ,000 13, L 24V TDHO Automatic four-speed ,000 13,600 (a) Estimated Trailer Tow Ratings are for ST models with 4.10 axle ratio. Ratings for SLT models are approximately 100 lbs. less. Ratings with 3.73 axle ratio may also be less. (b) GCWR is the maximum allowable combined weight of loaded truck and trailer. It includes the weight of passengers, cargo and fuel in the truck and cargo in the trailer. (c) GTWR is the maximum allowable weight of the trailer and its cargo. GTWR = GCWR minus curb weight of truck minus 150 pounds allowance for driver and must be further decreased by the weight of optional equipment, trailer hitch, cargo, and passengers. Maximum trailer weights shown are rounded to the nearest 50 pounds. Recommended tongue weight is 10 to 15 percent of loaded trailer weight, but must not exceed 500 pounds using a bumpermounted hitch ball (Class III trailers) or 1,000 pounds using a weight-distributing receiver hitch (Class IV trailers). This requirement overrides GTWRs shown. Additionally, tongue weight should never cause vehicle to exceed GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating). A weight-distributing hitch is recommended for trailers more than 2,000 pounds. An exhaust brake is strongly recommended with manual transmission for trailers weighing more than 10,000 pounds. dodge brand product information 25

25 ESTIMATED TRAILER TOW RATINGS(a) () 2500 Regular Cab 4WD GVWR Box Engine Transmission Axle Ratio Payload Curb Wt. GCWR, lbs.(b) GTWR, lbs.(c) 8650 Long 5.7L V-8 Manual five-speed , L V-8 Manual five-speed ,000 11, L V-8 Automatic five-speed , L V-8 Automatic five-speed ,000 11, L 24V TD Manual five-speed ,000 12, L 24V TD Manual five-speed ,000 13, L 24V TD Automatic four-speed ,000 13, L 24V TD Automatic four-speed ,000 13, L 24V TDHO Manual six-speed ,000 13, L 24V TDHO Manual six-speed ,000 13,000 (a) Estimated Trailer Tow Ratings are for ST models with 4.10 axle ratio. Ratings for SLT models are approximately 100 lbs. less. Ratings with 3.73 axle ratio may also be less. (b) GCWR is the maximum allowable combined weight of loaded truck and trailer. It includes the weight of passengers, cargo and fuel in the truck and cargo in the trailer. (c) GTWR is the maximum allowable weight of the trailer and its cargo. GTWR = GCWR minus curb weight of truck minus 150 pounds allowance for driver and must be further decreased by the weight of optional equipment, trailer hitch, cargo, and passengers. Maximum trailer weights shown are rounded to the nearest 50 pounds. Recommended tongue weight is 10 to 15 percent of loaded trailer weight, but must not exceed 500 pounds using a bumpermounted hitch ball (Class III trailers) or 1,000 pounds using a weight-distributing receiver hitch (Class IV trailers). This requirement overrides GTWRs shown. Additionally, tongue weight should never cause vehicle to exceed GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating). A weight-distributing hitch is recommended for trailers more than 2,000 pounds. An exhaust brake is strongly recommended with manual transmission for trailers weighing more than 10,000 pounds. 26 dodge brand product information

26 ESTIMATED TRAILER TOW RATINGS(a) () 2500 Quad Cab 2WD GVWR Box Engine Transmission Axle Ratio Payload Curb Wt. GCWR, lbs.(b) GTWR, lbs.(c) 8800 Short 5.7L V-8 Manual five-speed , L V-8 Manual five-speed ,000 11, L V-8 Automatic five-speed , L V-8 Automatic five-speed ,000 11, L 24V TD Manual five-speed ,000 12, L 24V TD Manual five-speed ,000 13, L 24V TD Automatic four-speed ,000 13, L 24V TD Automatic four-speed ,000 13, L 24V TDHO Manual six-speed ,000 13, L 24V TDHO Manual six-speed ,000 13, L 24V TDHO Automatic four-speed ,000 13, L 24V TDHO Automatic four-speed ,000 13,450 (a) Estimated Trailer Tow Ratings are for ST models with 4.10 axle ratio. Ratings for SLT models are approximately 100 lbs. less. Ratings with 3.73 axle ratio may also be less. (b) GCWR is the maximum allowable combined weight of loaded truck and trailer. It includes the weight of passengers, cargo and fuel in the truck and cargo in the trailer. (c) GTWR is the maximum allowable weight of the trailer and its cargo. GTWR = GCWR minus curb weight of truck minus 150 pounds allowance for driver and must be further decreased by the weight of optional equipment, trailer hitch, cargo, and passengers. Maximum trailer weights shown are rounded to the nearest 50 pounds. Recommended tongue weight is 10 to 15 percent of loaded trailer weight, but must not exceed 500 pounds using a bumpermounted hitch ball (Class III trailers) or 1,000 pounds using a weight-distributing receiver hitch (Class IV trailers). This requirement overrides GTWRs shown. Additionally, tongue weight should never cause vehicle to exceed GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating). A weight-distributing hitch is recommended for trailers more than 2,000 pounds. An exhaust brake is strongly recommended with manual transmission for trailers weighing more than 10,000 pounds. dodge brand product information 27

27 ESTIMATED TRAILER TOW RATINGS(a) () 2500 Quad Cab 2WD () GVWR Box Engine Transmission Axle Ratio Payload Curb Wt. GCWR, lbs.(b) GTWR, lbs.(c) 8800 Long 5.7L V-8 Manual five-speed , L V-8 Manual five-speed ,000 11, L V-8 Automatic five-speed , L V-8 Automatic five-speed ,000 11, L 24V TD Manual five-speed ,000 12, L 24V TD Manual five-speed ,000 13, L 24V TD Automatic four-speed ,000 13, L 24V TD Automatic four-speed ,000 13, L 24V TDHO Manual six-speed ,000 13, L 24V TDHO Manual six-speed ,000 13, L 24V TDHO Automatic four-speed ,000 13, L 24V TDHO Automatic four-speed ,000 13,300 (a) Estimated Trailer Tow Ratings are for ST models with 4.10 axle ratio. Ratings for SLT models are approximately 100 lbs. less. Ratings with 3.73 axle ratio may also be less. (b) GCWR is the maximum allowable combined weight of loaded truck and trailer. It includes the weight of passengers, cargo and fuel in the truck and cargo in the trailer. (c) GTWR is the maximum allowable weight of the trailer and its cargo. GTWR = GCWR minus curb weight of truck minus 150 pounds allowance for driver and must be further decreased by the weight of optional equipment, trailer hitch, cargo, and passengers. Maximum trailer weights shown are rounded to the nearest 50 pounds. Recommended tongue weight is 10 to 15 percent of loaded trailer weight, but must not exceed 500 pounds using a bumpermounted hitch ball (Class III trailers) or 1,000 pounds using a weight-distributing receiver hitch (Class IV trailers). This requirement overrides GTWRs shown. Additionally, tongue weight should never cause vehicle to exceed GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating). A weight-distributing hitch is recommended for trailers more than 2,000 pounds. An exhaust brake is strongly recommended with manual transmission for trailers weighing more than 10,000 pounds. 28 dodge brand product information

28 ESTIMATED TRAILER TOW RATINGS(a) () 2500 Quad Cab 4WD GVWR Box Engine Transmission Axle Ratio Payload Curb Wt. GCWR, lbs.(b) GTWR, lbs.(c) 8800 Short 5.7L V-8 Manual five-speed , L V-8 Manual five-speed ,000 10, L V-8 Automatic five-speed , L V-8 Automatic five-speed ,000 10, L 24V TD Manual five-speed ,000 12, L 24V TD Manual five-speed ,000 13, L 24V TD Automatic four-speed ,000 13, L 24V TD Automatic four-speed ,000 13, L 24V TDHO Manual six-speed ,000 12, L 24V TDHO Manual six-speed ,000 12, L 24V TDHO Automatic four-speed ,000 13, L 24V TDHO Automatic four-speed ,000 13,050 (a) Estimated Trailer Tow Ratings are for ST models with 4.10 axle ratio. Ratings for SLT models are approximately 100 lbs. less. Ratings with 3.73 axle ratio may also be less. (b) GCWR is the maximum allowable combined weight of loaded truck and trailer. It includes the weight of passengers, cargo and fuel in the truck and cargo in the trailer. (c) GTWR is the maximum allowable weight of the trailer and its cargo. GTWR = GCWR minus curb weight of truck minus 150 pounds allowance for driver and must be further decreased by the weight of optional equipment, trailer hitch, cargo, and passengers. Maximum trailer weights shown are rounded to the nearest 50 pounds. Recommended tongue weight is 10 to 15 percent of loaded trailer weight, but must not exceed 500 pounds using a bumpermounted hitch ball (Class III trailers) or 1,000 pounds using a weight-distributing receiver hitch (Class IV trailers). This requirement overrides GTWRs shown. Additionally, tongue weight should never cause vehicle to exceed GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating). A weight-distributing hitch is recommended for trailers more than 2,000 pounds. An exhaust brake is strongly recommended with manual transmission for trailers weighing more than 10,000 pounds. dodge brand product information 29

29 ESTIMATED TRAILER TOW RATINGS(a) () 2500 Quad Cab 4WD () GVWR Box Engine Transmission Axle Ratio Payload Curb Wt. GCWR, lbs.(b) GTWR, lbs.(c) 8800 Long 5.7L V-8 Manual five-speed , L V-8 Manual five-speed ,000 10, L V-8 Automatic five-speed , L V-8 Automatic five-speed ,000 10, L 24V TD Manual five-speed ,000 11, L 24V TD Manual five-speed ,000 12, L 24V TD Automatic four-speed ,000 12, L 24V TD Automatic four-speed ,000 12, L 24V TDHO Manual six-speed ,000 12, L 24V TDHO Manual six-speed ,000 12,650 (a) Estimated Trailer Tow Ratings are for ST models with 4.10 axle ratio. Ratings for SLT models are approximately 100 lbs. less. Ratings with 3.73 axle ratio may also be less. (b) GCWR is the maximum allowable combined weight of loaded truck and trailer. It includes the weight of passengers, cargo and fuel in the truck and cargo in the trailer. (c) GTWR is the maximum allowable weight of the trailer and its cargo. GTWR = GCWR minus curb weight of truck minus 150 pounds allowance for driver and must be further decreased by the weight of optional equipment, trailer hitch, cargo, and passengers. Maximum trailer weights shown are rounded to the nearest 50 pounds. Recommended tongue weight is 10 to 15 percent of loaded trailer weight, but must not exceed 500 pounds using a bumpermounted hitch ball (Class III trailers) or 1,000 pounds using a weight-distributing receiver hitch (Class IV trailers). This requirement overrides GTWRs shown. Additionally, tongue weight should never cause vehicle to exceed GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating). A weight-distributing hitch is recommended for trailers more than 2,000 pounds. An exhaust brake is strongly recommended with manual transmission for trailers weighing more than 10,000 pounds. 30 dodge brand product information