1999 DODGE RAM oil change

CAUTION: If fuel contamination due to fungi or other microorganisms is
suspected a fuel additive with a biocide may be used. Follow
the manufacturers dosage as recommended on product label. Use
biocides ONLY when necessary, excessive use can may cause
other fuel system problems.
DIESEL FUEL CONTAMINATION
WARNING: Diesel fuel system may be contaminated with fungi or other
microorganisms. Keep contaminated fuel away from open skin
cuts or sores to prevent skin irritation or infection.
DIESEL FUEL REQUIREMENTS
CAUTION: All diesel engines have been developed to take advantage of
the high energy content of No. 2 diesel fuel or No. 2
climatized-diesel fuels. It also operates on No. 1-diesel
fuels if temperatures are expected to be extended arctic
conditions -10
\bF (-23\bC).
WARNING: Do NOT use alcohol or gasoline as a fuel blending agent. They
can be unstable under certain conditions and hazardous or
explosive when mixed with diesel fuel.
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE SENSITIVE (ESD) PARTS
WARNING: Many solid state electrical components can be damaged by
static electricity (ESD). Some will display a warning label,
but many will not. Discharge personal static electricity by
touching a metal ground point on the vehicle prior to
servicing any ESD sensitive component.
ENGINE OIL
CAUTION: Never use non-detergent or straight mineral oil.
ENGINE OIL FILTER (CARTRIDGE TYPE)
CAUTION: Use of Mopar Oil Filter Cartridge (P/N 04746914) is
RECOMMENDED. The engine oil filter cartridge should be
changed at every engine oil change. Use the same type oil
that will be used in the engine.
FUEL SYSTEM SERVICE
WARNING: Relieve fuel system pressure prior to servicing any fuel
system component (fuel injection models).
HALOGEN BULBS
WARNING: Halogen bulbs contain pressurized gas which may explode if
overheated. DO NOT touch glass portion of bulb with bare
hands. Eye protection should be worn when handling or working
around halogen bulbs.
RADIATOR CAP
CAUTION: Always disconnect the fan motor when working near the
radiator fan. The fan is temperature controlled and could
start at any time even when the ignition key is in the OFF
position. DO NOT loosen or remove radiator cap when cooling
system is hot.


SC HED ULE D S ER VIC ES - N O RM AL 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
Normal 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 normal vehicle usage ONLY. The
following Severe conditions are NOT taken into account:
* Frequent short driving less than 5 Miles (8 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 the vehicle is operated mainly under any of these
conditions, this Normal service schedule article is inadequate. DO NOT
USE. Instead, use the Severe service schedule: See
SCHEDULED SERVICES - SEVERE SERVICE (GAS) .
7,500 MILE (12,000 KM)/6 MONTH NORMAL SERVICE
7,500 MILE (12,000 KM)/6 MONTH NORMAL SERVICE
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22,500 MILE (36,000 KM)18 MONTH NORMAL SERVICE
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Engine Oil Ambient Temperature Above 0 F SAE 10W-30 

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Engine  All  50/50 Mixture Of 

Coolant   Distilled Water & 

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Brake Fluid  All  DOT 3 

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Steering  All  Mopar Multi-Mileage 

Linkage   Lubricant 

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Wheel Bearing All  Wheel Bearing Grease 

Grease   NLGI GC or GC-LB 

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Engine  All  50/50 Mixture Of 

Coolant   Distilled Water & 

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Brake Fluid  All  DOT 3 

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Steering  All  Mopar Multi-Mileage 

Linkage   Lubricant 

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Automatic  All  ATF+2 Type 7176 

Transmission   

Fluid   

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Fluid   Or DEXRON III ATF 

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52,500 MILE (84,000 KM)/42 MONTH NORMAL SERVICE
52,500 MILE (84,000 KM)/42 MONTH NORMAL SERVICE
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67,500 MILE (108,000 KM)/54 MONTH NORMAL SERVICE
67,500 MILE (108,000 KM)/54 MONTH NORMAL SERVICE
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-20F (-29C) Up To 32F (0C) 

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Engine  All  50/50 Mixture Of 

Coolant   Distilled Water & 

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Brake Fluid  All  DOT 3 

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Linkage   Lubricant 

Lubricant   

 Fluid  NV4500  8 Pts. (3.8L) 

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Fluid   

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82,500 MILE (132,000 KM)/66 MONTH NORMAL SERVICE
82,500 MILE (132,000 KM)/66 MONTH NORMAL SERVICE
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-20F (-29C) Up To 32F (0C) 

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Engine  All  50/50 Mixture Of 

Coolant   Distilled Water & 

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Brake Fluid  All  DOT 3 

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Linkage   Lubricant 

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Engine  All  50/50 Mixture Of 

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Brake Fluid  All  DOT 3 

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Linkage   Lubricant 

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

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