Rotate Tires
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Lubricate Steering Linkage
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Clean Fuel Strainer
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REPLACE
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Engine Oil
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Engine Oil Filter
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Fuel Filter
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LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS
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Material Condition Specification
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Engine Oil Ambient Temperature Above 10 F SAE 15W-40
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1) (-12 C) To Over 30 F (-1 C)
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Ambient Temperature Less Than SAE 10W-30
0 F (-18 C) To Over 30 F(-1 C)
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Ambient Temperature Less Than With Block Heater:
-10 F(-23 C) Up To 0 F (-18 C) SAE 10W-30
Without Block Heater:
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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Steering All Mopar Multi-Mileage
Linkage Lubricant
Lubricant
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(
1) - SAE 10W-30 engine oil is preferred. Use only API approved
oil with Starburst Symbol.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
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Item Condition Specification (1)
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Engine Oil Capacity, Upper Safe Mark 10 Qts. (9.5L)
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Capacity, Lower Safe Mark 8 Qts. (7.5L)
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Engine Drained 26 Qts. (24.5L)
Coolant
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1) - Capacities are recommended or calculated levels. Always use
dipstick (if available) to measure level.
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117,000 MILE (185,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
117,000 MILE (185,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE\
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VERIFY
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Last Major Service Was Performed.
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INSPECT
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Exhaust System
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Brake Hoses
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Engine Coolant Level, Hoses & Clamps
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SERVICE
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Lubricate Steering Linkage
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REPLACE
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Engine Oil
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Engine Oil Filter
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LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS
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Material Condition Specification
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Engine Oil Ambient Temperature Above 10 F SAE 15W-40
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1) (-12 C) To Over 30 F (-1 C)
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Ambient Temperature Less Than SAE 10W-30
0 F (-18 C) To Over 30 F(-1 C)
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Ambient Temperature Less Than With Block Heater:
-10 F(-23 C) Up To 0 F (-18 C) SAE 10W-30
Without Block Heater:
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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Steering All Mopar Multi-Mileage
Linkage Lubricant
Lubricant
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(
1) - SAE 10W-30 engine oil is preferred. Use only API approved
oil with Starburst Symbol.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
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Item Condition Specification (1)
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Engine Oil Capacity, Upper Safe Mark 10 Qts. (9.5L)
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Capacity, Lower Safe Mark 8 Qts. (7.5L)
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Engine Drained 26 Qts. (24.5L)
Coolant
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(
1) - Capacities are recommended or calculated levels. Always use
dipstick (if available) to measure level.
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120,000 MILE (199,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
120,000 MILE (199,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE\
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VERIFY
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Last Major Service Was Performed.
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INSPECT
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Exhaust System
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Brake Hoses
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Engine Coolant Level, Hoses & Clamps
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Brake Linings
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Water Pump Weep Hole For Blockage
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SERVICE
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Rotate Tires
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Lubricate Steering Linkage
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Automatic Transmission Bands
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Clean Fuel Strainer
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REPLACE
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Engine Oil
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Engine Oil Filter
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Automatic Transmission Fluid & Filter
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Rear Axle Fluid
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Front Axle Fluid (4x4)
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Fuel Filter
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LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS
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Material Condition Specification
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Engine Oil Ambient Temperature Above 10 F SAE 15W-40
(
1) (-12 C) To Over 30 F (-1 C)
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Ambient Temperature Less Than SAE 10W-30
0 F (-18 C) To Over 30 F(-1 C)
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Ambient Temperature Less Than With Block Heater:
-10 F(-23 C) Up To 0 F (-18 C) SAE 10W-30
Without Block Heater:
SAE 5W-30
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Engine All 50/50 Mixture Of
Coolant Distilled Water &
Lubricant
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Transfer Case NV241 HD 6.5 Pts. (3.1L)
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
Fluid
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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)
Oil
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Fuel Tank Capacity 35 Gal. (132L)
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(
1) - Capacities are recommended or calculated levels. Always use
dipstick (if available) to measure level.
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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
* Once a month, drain water from fuel filter.
* Once a month, check Filter Minder.
* Once a month, inspect and clean wiper blades as required.
SC HED ULE D S ER VIC ES - S EVER E S ER VIC E ( G AS)
1 999 D odge P ic ku p R 1500
1997-99 MAINTENANCE
Chrysler Maintenance & Service Intervals
Gasoline Engines
Severe Service/Light Duty Trucks
DODGE; RAM PICKUP 1500: 3.9L VIN [X]
DODGE; RAM PICKUP 1500/2500: 5.2L VIN [Y]
DODGE; RAM PICKUP 1500/2500: 5.2L VIN [T]
DODGE; RAM PICKUP 1500/2500: 5.9L VIN [Z]
* 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 (32 C).
If none of these conditions apply, this Severe service
schedule article is excessive. DO NOT USE. Instead, use the Normal
service schedule: See appropriate
SCHEDULED SERVICE - NORMAL SERVICE (GAS) article.
3,000 MILE (5,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
3,000 MILE (5,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE\
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INSPECT
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Exhaust System
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Brake Hoses
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Engine Coolant Level, Hoses & Clamps
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SERVICE
\b\
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Rotate Tires
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Lubricate Steering Linkage
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REPLACE
\b\
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Engine Oil
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Engine Oil Filter (
1)
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(1) 8.0L: Change oil filter at every oil change.
5.9L: If mileage is less than 6,000 miles (9,600 Km) Yearly,
replace the oil filter at every oil change.
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LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS
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\b\
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\b\
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Material Condition Specification
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Engine Oil Ambient Temperature Above 0 F SAE 10W-30
(
1) (-18 C) To Over 100 F (38 C)
\
\
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\
\
Ambient Temperature Less Than SAE 5W-30
-20 F (-29 C) Up To 32 F (0 C)
\
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Engine All 50/50 Mixture Of
Coolant Distilled Water &
Ethylene Glycol
\
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\
\
\
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Brake Fluid All DOT 3
\
\
\
\
\
\
\
Steering All Mopar Multi-Mileage
Linkage Lubricant
Lubricant
\
\
\
\
\
\
\
(
1) - SAE 10W-30 engine oil is preferred for use in all Dodge
trucks. Use only API approved oil with Starburst Symbol.
\
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\
FLUID CAPACITIES
\
\b\
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\
\b\
\
\
Item Condition Specification (1)
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Engine Oil 5.9L: Drained, W/New Filter 5 Qts. (4.7L)
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8.0L: Drained, W/New Filter 5 Qts. (4.7L)
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5.9L: Drained 4.5 Qts. (4.2L)
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Engine 5.9L: Drained 20 Qts. (19L)
Coolant
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8.0L: Drained 24 Qts. (22.7L)
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(
1) - Capacities are recommended or calculated levels. Always use
dipstick (if available) to measure level.
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6,000 MILE (10,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
6,000 MILE (10,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE\
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INSPECT
\b\
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Exhaust System
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Brake Hoses
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Engine Coolant Level, Hoses & Clamps
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SERVICE
\b\
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Lubricate Steering Linkage
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REPLACE
\b\
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Engine Oil
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Engine Oil Filter (
1)
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(
1) 8.0L: Change oil filter at every oil change.
5.9L: If mileage is less than 6,000 miles (9,600 Km) Yearly,
replace the oil filter at every oil change.
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LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS
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\b\
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\b\
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Material Condition Specification
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Engine Oil Ambient Temperature Above 0 F SAE 10W-30
(
1) (-18 C) To Over 100 F (38 C)
\
\
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\
\
Ambient Temperature Less Than SAE 5W-30
-20 F (-29 C) Up To 32 F (0 C)
\
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\
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\
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Engine All 50/50 Mixture Of
Coolant Distilled Water &
Ethylene Glycol
\
\
\
\
\
\
\
Brake Fluid All DOT 3
\
\
\
\
\
\
\
Steering All Mopar Multi-Mileage
Linkage Lubricant
Lubricant
\
\
\
\
\
\
\
(
1) - SAE 10W-30 engine oil is preferred for use in all Dodge
trucks. Use only API approved oil with Starburst Symbol.
\
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\
FLUID CAPACITIES
\
\b\
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\
\b\
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Item Condition Specification (1)
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Engine Oil 5.9L: Drained, W/New Filter 5 Qts. (4.7L)
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8.0L: Drained, W/New Filter 5 Qts. (4.7L)
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5.9L: Drained 4.5 Qts. (4.2L)
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Engine 5.9L: Drained 20 Qts. (19L)
Coolant
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8.0L: Drained 24 Qts. (22.7L)
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\
(
1) - Capacities are recommended or calculated levels. Always use
dipstick (if available) to measure level.
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9,000 MILE (14,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
9,000 MILE (14,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE\
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INSPECT
\b\
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Exhaust System
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Brake Hoses
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Engine Coolant Level, Hoses & Clamps
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SERVICE
\b\
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Rotate Tires
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Lubricate Steering Linkage
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REPLACE
\b\
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Engine Oil
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Engine Oil Filter (
1)
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(
1) 8.0L: Change oil filter at every oil change.
5.9L: If mileage is less than 6,000 miles (9,600 Km) Yearly,
replace the oil filter at every oil change.
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\
LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS
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\b\
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\b\
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Material Condition Specification
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Engine Oil Ambient Temperature Above 0 F SAE 10W-30
(
1) (-18 C) To Over 100 F (38 C)
\
\
\
\
\
Ambient Temperature Less Than SAE 5W-30
-20 F (-29 C) Up To 32 F (0 C)
\
\
\
\
\
\
\
Engine All 50/50 Mixture Of
Coolant Distilled Water &
Ethylene Glycol
\
\
\
\
\
\
\
Brake Fluid All DOT 3
\
\
\
\
\
\
\
Steering All Mopar Multi-Mileage
Linkage Lubricant
Lubricant
\
\
\
\
\
\
\
(
1) - SAE 10W-30 engine oil is preferred for use in all Dodge
trucks. Use only API approved oil with Starburst Symbol.
\
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\
\
FLUID CAPACITIES
\
\b\
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\
\b\
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\
Item Condition Specification (1)
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Engine Oil 5.9L: Drained, W/New Filter 5 Qts. (4.7L)
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8.0L: Drained, W/New Filter 5 Qts. (4.7L)
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5.9L: Drained 4.5 Qts. (4.2L)
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Engine 5.9L: Drained 20 Qts. (19L)
Coolant
\
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8.0L: Drained 24 Qts. (22.7L)
\
\
\
\
\
\
\
(
1) - Capacities are recommended or calculated levels. Always use
dipstick (if available) to measure level.
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12,000 MILE (19,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
12,000 MILE (19,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE\
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INSPECT