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To properly adjust tire pressure for winter on a Ram 1500, check the tires when cold after the truck has sat parked for at least three hours, and set the inflation to the cold pressure specification listed on the driver-door tire placard rather than the maximum rating printed on the tire sidewall. Tire pressure drops approximately 1 to 2 PSI for every 10-degree drop in outside temperature, which means early Michigan freezes can quickly trigger…
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee wins this head-to-head comparison over the 2026 Toyota RAV4 by offering standard all-wheel drive across every trim level, a superior 3,500-lb standard towing capacity, and a robust 230 lb-ft of torque from its turbocharged hybrid engine. While the RAV4 yields higher fuel economy numbers, the Cherokee delivers greater utility, richer interior technology with its standard 12.3-inch touchscreen, and far more capability for local work and recreation.
The 2026 Jeep Wrangler dominates off-road trails through heavy-duty solid front and rear axles, selectable front and rear mechanical locking differentials, four specialized four-wheel-drive transfer cases, and factory tire options up to 35 inches. Whether climbing rocky ledges or navigating deep mud, its short wheel overhangs and exceptional wheel articulation keep tires planted where independent suspension systems lift and struggle.
Yes, the 2027 Ram 1500 is fully capable of handling heavy farm work, delivering a maximum towing capacity of 11,530 lbs and a maximum payload capacity of 2,340 lbs when properly configured. Powered by advanced engines including the 3.0L Hurricane standard-output twin-turbo inline-six, it easily hauls livestock trailers, round bales, and heavy field machinery while providing durable high-strength steel bed construction and bed-mounted power outlets for field repairs.
The 2026 Ram 1500 Big Horn Crew Cab 4x4 5'7" Box is the right truck for working families and skilled tradespeople who need real towing muscle, a roomy four-door cabin, and proven 4x4 capability every day of the week. The in-stock unit at NewGen Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Clinton pairs a 395-horsepower HEMI 5.7L V8 with an 8-speed automatic transmission, four-wheel drive, and a striking Molten Red Pearlcoat finish — ready to haul, tow, and carry your family wherever the week takes you.
Brake calipers require service when you notice vehicle is pulling to one side while braking, severe uneven pad wear, fluid leaking around the wheel, a soft brake pedal, or a burning smell caused by a sticking piston. While calipers lack a set mileage replacement schedule, they typically require inspection around 75,000 miles or whenever servicing brake pads.
To keep a Jeep Wrangler performing safely through Michigan freezing spells, set cold tire pressure strictly to the door-jamb placard spec and test the battery before sub-zero mornings arrive. Today, we sit down with Josh Lewis, Service Advisor at NewGen Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Clinton, who brings 6 years of hands-on technical experience helping local drivers navigate winter maintenance.
An engine cooling fan runs continuously when an electrical or mechanical fault signals the cooling system to stay in maximum heat-rejection mode, or when the engine is actively overheating. Common triggers include a stuck-closed fan relay, a failing engine coolant temperature sensor, low coolant levels, high air conditioning refrigerant pressure, or a locked mechanical fan clutch.
Preparing a Ram truck or Jeep 4x4 for Michigan deer season and trail riding requires completing critical mechanical checks, equipping cargo protection, and carrying freeze-resistant recovery gear before heading off-pavement. Key steps include testing battery health, inspecting transfer case and differential fluids, installing a spray-in bed liner for heavy game or equipment, verifying all-terrain tire tread depth, and ensuring 4WD engagement functions properly before autumn freeze-thaw cycles begin.