RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V8-5.7L VIN D (2005)
Wheels: Description and Operation
WHEELS
DESCRIPTION
Original equipment wheels are designed for the specified Maximum Vehicle Capacity.
All models use steel or aluminum drop center wheels.
Aluminum wheels require special balance weights and alignment equipment.
1. On vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels, The rim is an eight stud hole pattern wheel. The wheels have a flat mounting surface (1).
2. The slots (1) in the wheel must be aligned to provide access to the valve stem.
WHEEL DESIGN
The rim size is on the vehicle safety certification label located on the drivers door shut face. The size of the rim is determined by the drivetrain
package. Original equipment wheels/rims are designed for operation up to the specified maximum vehicle capacity.
All models use stamped steel, cast aluminum or forged aluminum wheels. Every wheel has raised sections between the rim flanges (1) and rim drop
well (3) called safety humps.
Initial inflation of the tire forces the bead over these raised sections. In case of rapid loss of air pressure, the raised sections help hold the tire on the
