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The Surround View Camera System provides _____ visibility on HD trucks.
The Surround View Camera System provides _____ visibility on HD trucks.
360-degree
The Ram 3500 HD's Class V hitch/receiver supports up to _____ pounds in hitch capacity and 2,300 pounds in tongue weight.
The Ram 3500 HD's Class V hitch/receiver supports up to _____ pounds in hitch capacity and 2,300 pounds in tongue weight.
23,000
All Ram Light-Duty pickup trucks have a structural rear bumper that provides _____ towing capabilities.
All Ram Light-Duty pickup trucks have a structural rear bumper that provides _____ towing capabilities.
Class III
The TorqueFlite 8 eight-speed automatic transmission on the _____ provides manual shifting capability.
The TorqueFlite 8 eight-speed automatic transmission on the _____ provides manual shifting capability.
Which safety feature provides a single view of both sides of a trailer when backing up?
Which safety feature provides a single view of both sides of a trailer when backing up?
The TorqueFlite 8 eight-speed transmission is available on Ram 1500 Classic with the ____.
The TorqueFlite 8 eight-speed transmission is available on Ram 1500 Classic with the ____.
Which of the following rear axle gear ratios supports a truck's maximum trailer-towing capacity?
Which of the following rear axle gear ratios supports a truck's maximum trailer-towing capacity?
Which of the following best describes a 'live' axle?
Which of the following best describes a 'live' axle?
The Ram 3500 Max Tow features a _____ rear axle with a plate-type limited slip differential and 4.25-inch axle tubes.
The Ram 3500 Max Tow features a _____ rear axle with a plate-type limited slip differential and 4.25-inch axle tubes.
What type of rear axle and rear axle ratio does the Ram Power Wagon have?
What type of rear axle and rear axle ratio does the Ram Power Wagon have?
When should the trailer brake controller gain setting be adjusted?
When should the trailer brake controller gain setting be adjusted?
A loaded trailer weighing more than _____ pounds should have its own brakes.
A loaded trailer weighing more than _____ pounds should have its own brakes.
What are the transfer case options for Ram Heavy-Duty trucks?
What are the transfer case options for Ram Heavy-Duty trucks?
What do all open differentials have in common?
What do all open differentials have in common?
Which of the following best describes the intended use of a part-time four-wheel drive system?
Which of the following best describes the intended use of a part-time four-wheel drive system?
The trailer weight that triggers changing the setting on an Integrated Trailer Brake Controller from Light to Heavy is _____ pounds.
The trailer weight that triggers changing the setting on an Integrated Trailer Brake Controller from Light to Heavy is _____ pounds.
An on-demand four-wheel-drive system is available on _____.
An on-demand four-wheel-drive system is available on _____.
Which of the following best describes an advanced center differential?
Which of the following best describes an advanced center differential?
What style of differential does not vary the amount of torque sent to the wheels?
What style of differential does not vary the amount of torque sent to the wheels?
Ram 1500 TRX is equipped with the _____ supercharged HEMI V8 engine, the most powerful engine application in the history of Ram pickup trucks.
Ram 1500 TRX is equipped with the _____ supercharged HEMI V8 engine, the most powerful engine application in the history of Ram pickup trucks.
Ram 2500 Heavy-Duty pickup trucks include a _____ hitch/receiver that supports up to 2,000 pounds of tongue weight.
Ram 2500 Heavy-Duty pickup trucks include a _____ hitch/receiver that supports up to 2,000 pounds of tongue weight.
What do Ram part-time four-wheel-drive systems use to reduce parasitic loss?
What do Ram part-time four-wheel-drive systems use to reduce parasitic loss?
For Ram 3500, the Cummins 6.7L I-6 High-Output Turbo Diesel engine is mated with the _____ transmission.
For Ram 3500, the Cummins 6.7L I-6 High-Output Turbo Diesel engine is mated with the _____ transmission.
With respect to rear axle gear ratios, which of the following is most accurate?
With respect to rear axle gear ratios, which of the following is most accurate?
Ram 1500 TRX boasts 702 hp and goes 0 to 60 in _____.
Ram 1500 TRX boasts 702 hp and goes 0 to 60 in _____.
Which truck offers a full-time 4WD system?
Which truck offers a full-time 4WD system?
What standard rear suspension does Ram 3500 have?
What standard rear suspension does Ram 3500 have?
What vehicles have an available Quad Cab configuration?
What vehicles have an available Quad Cab configuration?
Flashcards
Surround View Camera System
Surround View Camera System
Provides a 360-degree view around the vehicle.
Ram 3500 HD Hitch Capacity
Ram 3500 HD Hitch Capacity
Supports up to 23,000 pounds hitch capacity.
Independent Braking Systems
Independent Braking Systems
For trailers weighing over 1,000 pounds.
Open Differentials
Open Differentials
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Part-Time Four-Wheel Drive
Part-Time Four-Wheel Drive
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Front Axle Disconnect
Front Axle Disconnect
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On-Demand Four-Wheel-Drive
On-Demand Four-Wheel-Drive
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AISIN Transmission
AISIN Transmission
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Ram 1500 TRX Performance
Ram 1500 TRX Performance
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Ram 3500 Rear Suspension
Ram 3500 Rear Suspension
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Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
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4.10 Rear Axle Ratio
4.10 Rear Axle Ratio
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Full-time 4WD System
Full-time 4WD System
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Quad Cab configuration
Quad Cab configuration
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Study Notes
Surrond View Camera System
- Provides 360-degree visibility on HD trucks.
Ram 3500 HD Towing Capacity
- Class V hitch/receiver supports up to 23,000 pounds in hitch capacity.
- Supports 2,300 pounds in tongue weight.
Towing Capabilities of Ram Light-Duty Trucks
- All Ram Light-Duty pickups feature a structural rear bumper for Class III towing capabilities.
TorqueFlite 8 Transmission
- Available on the Ram 1500 TRX with manual shifting capability.
- Also available on Ram 1500 Classic when paired with 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 or 5.7-liter HEMI V8 engine.
Trailer Features
- Trailer Reverse Guidance View allows a single view of both sides of a trailer when reversing.
- Integrated Trailer Brake Controller setting changes from Light to Heavy at 10,000 pounds trailers.
Rear Axle Gear Ratios
- 4.10 rear axle gear ratio supports a truck’s maximum trailer-towing capacity.
- Ram Power Wagon has an 11.5-inch beam rear axle with a 4.10 ratio.
- The Ram 3500 Max Tow features a 12-inch rear axle with a plate-type limited slip differential.
Safety and Towing Guidelines
- Adjust trailer brake controller gain setting as towing conditions change.
- Loaded trailers weighing more than 1,000 pounds should have independent braking systems.
Transfer Case Options
- Ram Heavy-Duty trucks offer one part-time manual-shift and one part-time electric-shift transfer case.
Differentials
- Open differentials allow opposing wheels to rotate at different speeds while cornering.
- A typical open differential does not vary the torque delivered to the wheels.
- Advanced center differentials do not control wheel slippage using traction control technology.
Four-Wheel Drive Systems
- Part-time four-wheel drive systems are intended for loose or slippery surfaces.
- An on-demand four-wheel-drive system is available on Ram 1500 when equipped with TorqueFlite 8 transmission.
- Class V hitch/receiver on Ram 2500 supports 2,000 pounds of tongue weight.
- Front axle disconnect system in part-time four-wheel-drive systems reduces parasitic loss.
Cummins Diesel Engine
- The Cummins 6.7L I-6 High-Output Turbo Diesel engine in Ram 3500 is mated with AISIN six-speed heavy-duty automatic transmission.
Performance Stats
- Ram 1500 TRX produces 702 hp and accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds.
- Full-time 4WD system available on Ram 1500 TRX.
Ram 3500 Suspension
- Standard rear suspension includes a 3-link with coil springs, trailing links, and stabilizer bar.
Cab Configurations
- Quad Cab configuration available on Ram 1500 and Ram Classic.
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