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$DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual Engine Oil Ambient Temperature Above 0 �F SAE 10W-30 ( 1) (-18�C) To Over 100�F (38�C) \ \$

Engine Oil Ambient Temperature Above 0 F SAE 10W-30

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Brake Fluid All DOT 3

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Automatic All ATF+2 Type 7176

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Transfer Case All ATF+2 Type 7176

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Wheel Bearing All Wheel Bearing Grease

Grease NLGI GC or GC-LB

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5.2L: Drained 20 Qts. (19L)

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5.9L: Drained 20 Qts. (19L)

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Automatic 42RE: Dry Fill 17-22 Pts. (8-10.4L)

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Fluid 46RE: Dry Fill 1726 Pts. (812.3L)

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Transfer Case NV231 HD 2.5 Pts. (1.2L)

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$DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual 120,000 MILE (204,000 KM)/96 MONTH NORMAL SERVICE 120,000 MILE (204,000 KM)/96 MONTH NORMAL SERVICE\ \ \ \$

120,000 MILE (204,000 KM)/96 MONTH NORMAL SERVICE
120,000 MILE (204,000 KM)/96 MONTH NORMAL SERVICE\
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Exhaust System

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Engine Coolant Level, Hoses & Clamps

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PCV Valve

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Lubricate Steering Linkage

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Engine Oil

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Engine Oil Filter

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Air Cleaner Filter

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Spark Plugs

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Ignition Cables

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Engine Oil Ambient Temperature Above 0 F SAE 10W-30

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Engine All 50/50 Mixture Of

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Brake Fluid All DOT 3

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Steering All Mopar Multi-Mileage

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$DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual \ \ \ \ \ \ \ Engine Oil 3.9L: Drained, W/New Filter $

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Engine Oil 3.9L: Drained, W/New Filter 4 Qts. (3.8L)

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5.2L: Drained, W/New Filter 5 Qts. (4.7L)

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5.9L: Drained, W/New Filter 5 Qts. (4.7L)

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3.9L: Drained 3.5 Qts. (3.3L)

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5.2L: Drained 4.5 Qts. (4.2L)

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Engine 3.9L: Drained 20 Qts. (19L)

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5.2L: Drained 20 Qts. (19L)

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5.9L: Drained 20 Qts. (19L)

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Ambient Temperature Less Than SAE 5W-30

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Engine All 50/50 Mixture Of

Coolant Distilled Water &

Ethylene Glycol

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Brake Fluid All DOT 3

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Automatic All ATF+2 Type 7176

Transmission

Fluid

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Transfer Case All ATF+2 Type 7176

Fluid Or DEXRON III ATF

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Manual NV-4500 75W-90 Synthc. API GL4

Transmission
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Fluid NV-3500 Mopar Manual

Transmission Fluid

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Steering All Mopar Multi-Mileage

Linkage Lubricant

Lubricant

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Wheel Bearing All High Temperature Multi-

Grease -Purporse EP Grease

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Rear Axle & All Mopar Hypoid Lubricant

4x4 Frt. Axle SAE 80W-90

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$DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual Lubricant (2) GL-5 Gear Lube \ \ \ \ \ \$

Lubricant (2) GL-5 Gear Lube

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Power All Mopar Power Steering

Steering Fluid Or Equivalant

Fluid (
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Clutch All Multipurpose Grease

Linkage NLGI Grade 2 E.P.

Lubricant

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A/C All R-134a

Refrigerant

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A/C All Polyalkalene Glycol

Refrigerant SP10 PAG

Oil Refrigerant Oil

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trucks. Use only API approved oil with Starburst Symbol.

(
2) - Limited-Slip Differentials require the use of a 5% Friction

Modifier. Mopar Gear Oil Additive Friction Modifier

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3) - Never add gear oil, automatic transmission fluid or

hydroboost power steering fluid.
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5.2L: Drained, W/New Filter 5 Qts. (4.7L)

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5.9L: Drained, W/New Filter 5 Qts. (4.7L)

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3.9L: Drained 3.5 Qts. (3.3L)

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5.2L: Drained 4.5 Qts. (4.2L)

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5.9L: Drained 4.5 Qts. (4.2L)

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Engine 3.9L: Drained 20 Qts. (19L)

Coolant
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5.2L: Drained 20 Qts. (19L)

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5.9L: Drained 20 Qts. (19L)

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Automatic 42RE: Dry Fill 17-22 Pts. (8-10.4L)

Transmission
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Fluid 46RE: Dry Fill 1726 Pts. (812.3L)

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Manual NV3500: Drained 4.2 Pts. (2L)

Transmission
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Fluid NV3500: Drained 8 Pts. (3.8L)

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Rear Axle 9-1/4: Drained 4.8 Pts. (2.3L)

Fluid
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Model 248 (2WD) 6.3 Pts. (3L)

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$DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual Model 248 (4WD) 7.3 Pts. (3.4L) \ \ \ \ \$

Model 248 (4WD) 7.3 Pts. (3.4L)

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Rear Axle Model 248 (2WD) 6.3 Pts. (3L)

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Model 267 (2WD) 7 Pts. (3.3L)

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Model 286 (2WD) 6.8 Pts. (3.2L)

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Front Axle Model 216 6.8 Pts. (3.6L)

Lubricant
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Model 248 7.6 Pts. (3.6L)

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Transfer Case NV231 HD 2.5 Pts. (1.2L)

Fluid

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Power Take NV021 4.6 Pts. (2.1L)

Off Adapter

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Power Drained 2.7 Pts. (1.3L)

Steering

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A/C Charge Capacity 32 Oz. (.9Kg)

Refrigerant

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Refrigerant A/C System Capacity 7.75 Oz. (230ML)

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Fuel Tank 119" & 139" Wheelbase Vehicles 26 Gal. (98L)

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MISCELLANEOUS NOTES
* Once a month, check tire pressure and look for unusual wear
or damage.
* Once a month, Inspect battery and clean and tighten
terminals as required.
* Once a month, check fluid levels of coolant reservoir,
brake master cylinder, power steering & transmission.
Add fluids as required.
* Once a month, check all lights and all other electrical items
for correct operation

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DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual
SC HED ULE D S ER VIC ES - S EVER E S ER VIC E ( D IE SEL)

1 999 D odge P ic ku p R 1500
1997-99 MAINTENANCE
Chrysler Maintenance & Service Intervals
Diesel Engin

SC HED ULE D S ER VIC ES - S EVER E S ER VIC E ( D IE SEL)

1 999 D odge P ic ku p R 1500
1997-99 MAINTENANCE
Chrysler Maintenance & Service Intervals
Diesel Engines
Severe Service
DODGE; RAM PICKUP Cummins Turbo Diesel: 5.9L VIN [D]
* READ THIS FIRST *
Before preforming maintenance on vehicle, ensure that all
cautions and warnings have been observed to prevent vehicle damage or
personal injury. See CAUTIONS & WARNINGS in MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
article in this section.
Introduction
The frequency of scheduled inspection and maintenance
services in this article are based on Severe Duty vehicle usage ONLY.
Severe Duty vehicle usage is defined as any one of the following
conditions:
* Frequent short driving less than 5 Miles (8 16 Km).
* Frequent driving in dusty conditions.
* Frequent trailer towing.
* Extensive idling.
* More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds
during hot weather, above 90
F (32C).
If none of these conditions apply, this Severe service
schedule article is excessive. DO NOT USE. Instead, use the Normal
service schedule: See SCHEDULED SERVICES - NORMAL SERVICE (DIESEL) .
3,000 MILE (5,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
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SERVICE

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$DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual \ \ \ \ \ Ambient Temperature Less Than SAE 10W-30$

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-10F(-23C) Up To 0F (-18C) SAE 10W-30

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SAE 5W-30

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Brake Fluid All DOT 3

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Engine Drained 26 Qts. (24.5L)

Coolant

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6,000 MILE (10,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
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$DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual \ \ \ \ \ \ \ Fuel Filter$

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SAE 5W-30

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Engine All 50/50 Mixture Of

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Brake Fluid All DOT 3

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