Dodge Ram Power Wagon Operations Instructions Page 81

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Electronically Disconnecting Stabilizer/Sway Bar
Stabilizer bars are used to help distribute load force from
one side of the vehicle to the other. This helps to reduce
body roll and create a smoother ride during on-road
driving. However, this becomes a disadvantage when the
vehicle is driven off-road when a higher level of suspen-
sion articulation is needed. By disconnecting the stabi-
lizer bars, each wheel can now reach its maximum range
of movement. This enables the vehicle to maintain a
greater tire contact patch, and thus more traction, when
traversing severe off-road terrain.
Increased Ride Height
Due to the use of longer springs and monotube shocks,
the Power Wagon has an increased ride height of ap-
proximately 1.4 inches in the front and 1.0 inch in the
rear. It allows the truck to traverse larger obstructions
and provides a better seating position from which to
view the trail. A major advantage to increasing ride
height is the positive effect it has on approach/departure
and break over angles. More ride height allows for more
aggressive angles, further improving off-road capability.
12,000 lb. Winch
The 2005 Power Wagon is the only pickup truck to offer
an electric vehicle recovery winch from the factory. The
winch provides the vehicle with an additional level of
capability and versatility. This winch uses the electrical
power from the vehicle charging system to power a
motor that winds wire rope onto the winch drum via
planetary gear reduction. By nature, a winch is capable of
generating very high forces and should be used with
care. Do not operate the winch without reading and
understanding the complete winch section of owners
manual, including all warnings and cautions.
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