Warnings
NOTE: As of October 2007, the manufacturer has updated their position on the heating of components during repair. Refer to the statement here: Use Of Heat During Repair
WARNINGS
Use eye protection when grinding or welding metal. Failure to do this could result in serious personal injury or death.
Before proceeding with frame repair involving grinding or welding, verify that the vehicle fuel system is not leaking or in contact with the repair area. Failure to do this could result in serious personal injury or death.
Do not allow an open flame or heat and metal spatter from arc welding to contact plastic body panels. Fire, explosion can result causing serious personal injury or death.
When welded frame components are replaced, ensure that a complete penetration weld is achieved during installation. If not, dangerous operating conditions can result.
Stand clear of cables or chains on pulling equipment during frame straightening operations. Failure to do this can result in serious personal injury or death.
Do not venture under a hoisted vehicle that is not supported on safety stands. Walking under an unsupported vehicle can result in serious personal injury or death.
1500 series Dodge Ram Trucks (2002 and later) are not designed for snow plow equipment. The front collision repair tips must not be installed on any truck equipped with a snow plow, or even intended to be equipped with a snow plow.
Do not reuse damaged fasteners. The quality of repair would be suspect. Failure to use only production fasteners or fasteners of equivalent hardness can result in loosening or failure of the part. Do not drill any holes in the frame that are not specifically outlined in this, or in other DaimlerChrysler procedures as frame rail failure can result causing serious personal injury or death.
When using heat to straighten frame components, do not exceed 566°C (1050°F). If temperature is exceeded, metal fatigue can happen and result in serious personal injury or death.