Mounting the Cradle to a RAM Mount
Mounting the Cradle to a RAM Mount

Mounting the Cradle to a RAM Mount

Follow these steps to mount the cradle onto a diamond- (RAM-B-238U) or round- (RAM-202U) shaped RAM Mount (RAM-B-166U).
Do not install a Vehicle Cradle on or near an airbag cover plate or within an area that could cause personal injury. Also, do not install it in a location that affects vehicle safety or your ability to drive.
Only mount the Vehicle Cradle in a vertical position. Never mount the vehicle cradle sideways, upside-down, or on a wall that can be subject to impact or collision of greater than 10Gs, in accordance with SAE J1455 Section 4.10.3.5.
  1. Follow the instructions that are provided with the RAM Mount for RAM Mount mounting instructions.
  2. Align the vehicle cradle with the RAM Mount ball base.
  3. Secure the vehicle cradle to the ball base using M4 screws, lock washers, and flat washers (provided).
  4. Secure the RAM Mount to the vehicle depending upon the type of RAM Mount. See instructions provided with RAM Mount.
  5. Tighten the screws to secure the cradle to the mounting plate.
  6. Adjust the RAM Mount according to the RAM Mount instructions.