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REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (RAM PICKUP - MEDIUM & H")
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REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (RAM PICKUP - MEDIUM & HEAVY DUTY - 5.9L
DIESEL) (1)
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Component Months Miles
Air Filter ............................... ( 2) ............... ( 2)
Coolant .................................. ( 3) ............... ( 3)
Engine Oil & Filter
Normal Service .......................... 6 ............... 7500
Severe Service ......................... ( 4) .............. 3750
Fuel Filter
Normal Service .......................... 12 ............ 15,000
Severe Service ......................... ( 4) .............. 7500
Valve Clearance Adjustment ............... ( 5) ............... ( 5)
Automatic Transmission Fluid,
Filter & Band Adjustment
Normal Service .......................... 24 ............ 30,000
Severe Service ......................... ( 4) ............ 15,000
Manual Transmission Fluid ................ ( 6) ............... ( 6)
Transfer Case Fluid (4WD)
Normal Service .......................... 36 ............ 45,000
Severe Service ......................... ( 4) ............ 36,000
Front Differential Fluid (4WD) ( 7)
Severe Service ......................... ( 4) ............ 15,000
Rear Differential Fluid ( 7)
Severe Service ......................... ( 4) ............ 15,000
Repack Front Wheel Bearings (2WD)
Normal Service .......................... 24 ............ 30,000
Severe Service ......................... ( 4) ............ 30,000
Normal Service .......................... 48 ............ 48,000
Severe Service ......................... ( 4) ............ 48,000
( 1) - Different interval may be required for normal and severe
service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine
idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles,
trailer towing, off-highway operation, snow removal operation,
or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
( 2) - Service interval is not available from manufacturer. Use filter-
minder on top of air cleaner housing to determine condition of
air filter. If filter-minder is in the Red zone, replace air
filter. Reset filter-minder by depressing button on top of
filter-minder.
( 3) - Replace coolant at 30,000 miles or 24 months whichever occurs
first. Replace coolant at 24 months regardless of mileage. After
first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000
miles thereafter.
( 4) - Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer.
( 5) - Does not require routine adjustments.
( 6) - Service interval is not available from manufacturer.
( 7) - Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer.
Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service
conditions.
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REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (RAM VAN & RAM WAGON) ( 1) \
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Component Months Miles
Air Filter
Normal Service ................... 24 ................... 30,000
Severe Service ................... ( 2) .............. ( 3) 15,000
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Coolant ............................ (4) ..................... ( 4)
Engine Oil
Normal Service .................... 6 ..................... 7500
Severe Service ................... ( 2) .................... 3000
Engine Oil Filter
Normal Service ................... 12 ................... 15,000
Severe Service ................... ( 2) .................... 6000
PCV Valve ( 5)
Normal Service ................... 48 ................... 60,000
Severe Service ................... ( 2) .................. 30,000
Spark Plugs
Normal Service ................... 24 ................... 30,000
Severe Service ................... ( 2) .................. 30,000
Spark Plug Wires
Normal Service ................... 48 ................... 60,000
Severe Service ................... ( 2) .................. 60,000
Automatic Transaxle Fluid,
Filter & Band Adjustment .......... ( 6) ..................... ( 6)
Rear Differential Fluid ( 7)
Severe Service ................... ( 2) .................. 12,000
Repack Front Wheel Bearings
Normal Service ................... 18 ................... 22,500
Severe Service ................... ( 2) .................. 21,000
( 1) - Different interval may be required for normal and severe
service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine
idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles,
trailer towing, or operating in dusty or excessively hot
conditions.
( 2) - Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer.
( 3) - Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles and replace as necessary.
Replace at 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during
inspection.
( 4) - Replace coolant at 45,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs
first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After
first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000
miles thereafter.
( 5) - Inspect at scheduled interval and replace as necessary.
( 6) - Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer.
Under severe service, change fluid, filter and adjust bands
every 12,000 miles.
( 7) - Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer.
Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service
conditions.
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BELT ADJUSTMENT (Tension In Lbs. (kg) Using Belt Tension Gauge) \
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Application New Belt (1) Used Belt
Caravan
2.4L
A/C & Generator ...................... 190 (86) ...... 115 (52\
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Power Steering ....................... 140 (64) ....... 90 (41\
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3.0L
A/C .................................. 150 (68) ....... 80 (36\
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Generator & Power Steering ............. ( 2) .............. ( 2)
3.3L & 3.8L ............................. ( 2) .............. ( 2)
Dakota
2.5L .................................. 200 (91) ...... 160 (73\
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3.9L, 5.2L & 5.9L ....................... ( 2) .............. ( 2)
Durango
3.9L, 5.2L & 5.9L ....................... ( 2) .............. ( 2)
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be caused by
faulty alignment ....... A ............. Require alignment.
Part has been changed,
affecting alignment .... A ....... Require alignment check.
Pull, shown to be caused
by faulty alignment .... A ............. Require alignment.
Steering wheel
off-center ............. 2 ............. Suggest alignment.
Tire wear, shown
to be caused by
faulty alignment ....... A ............. Require alignment.
Wander, shown
to be caused by
faulty alignment ....... A ............. Require alignment.
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WHEELS AND TIRES
TIRES
These guidelines do not apply to split rims. Some vehicle
manufacturers restrict replacement of tires to specific brands, types,
or sizes.
WARNING: High pressure temporary compact spare tires should not be
used with any other rims or wheels, nor should standard
tires, snow tires, wheel covers, or trim rings be used
with high pressure compact spare rims or wheels.
Attempting to mount a tire of one diameter on a wheel of
a different diameter or flange type may result in serious
injury or death.
WARNING: Only specially trained persons should dismount or mount
tires. Explosions of tire and wheel assembly can result
from improper mounting, possibly causing serious injury
or death.
WARNING: Consult the vehicle owner's manual or vehicle placard for
correct size, speed rating, designation, and cold
inflation pressure of the original tires. DO NOT exceed
the maximum load or inflation capacity of the tire
specified by the Tire and Rim Association
WARNING: When replacing tires, it is suggested that the
replacement tires match or exceed the OEM speed rating
designation. If tires of different speed rating
designations are mixed on the same vehicle, the tires may
vary in handling characteristics. DO NOT mix different
speed rating designations on the same axle.
WARNING: DO NOT mix radials with non-radial tires on the same
axle, as this may affect vehicle handling and stability.
If radial tires and bias or bias-belted ply tires are
mixed on the same vehicle, the radials must be on the
rear. High-pressure temporary compact spare tires are
exempt from this rule.
WARNING: DO NOT mix size or type (all season, performance, mud and
snow) of tires on the same axle.
TIRE INSPECTION
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Loose ................... B ... Require repair or replacement
of affected component.
Lug nut installed
backward ............... B .. Require repair or replacement.
Lug nut mating type
incorrect .............. B ..... Require replacement of nut.
Lug nut mating surface
dished ................. A ..... Require replacement of nut.
Lug nut rounded ......... A . (2) Require replacement of nut.
Lug nut seized .......... A . ( 2) Require replacement of nut.
Stud incorrect .......... B .... Require replacement of stud.
Threads damaged ......... A ... Require repair or replacement
of component with damaged
threads.
Threads stripped ........ A .......... Require replacement of
component with stripped
threads.
( 1) - Some manufacturers require replacement of all studs on
that wheel if two or more studs or nuts on the same
wheel are broken or missing.
( 2) - Only required if removing wheel.
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WHEELS (RIMS)
WARNING: Mounting a regular tire on a high-pressure compact spare
wheel is not permitted. Attempting to mount a tire of one
diameter on a wheel of a different diameter or flange
type may result in serious injury or death. If the wheel
identification stamp is not legible, or cannot be found,
do not use the wheel until the size and type have been
properly identified. Wheels of different diameter,
offset, or width cannot be mixed on the same axle. Bead
seat tapers cannot be interchanged.
WHEEL (RIM) INSPECTION
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Condition Code Procedure
Bead leaking, caused
by wheel ............... A ........... ( 1) Require repair or
replacement.
Bent hub mounting
surface ................ A ............ Require replacement.
Bent rim, causing
vibration .............. 2 ........ ( 1) Suggest replacement.
Broken .................. A ............ Require replacement.
Cast wheel porous,
causing a leak ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Clip-on balance weight is
incorrect type
for rim flange ......... 2 ............ Suggest replacement.
Corrosion, affecting
structural integrity ... A ............ Require replacement.
Corrosion build-up on
wheel mounting
surface ................ A ................. Require repair.
Cracked ................. A ............ Require replacement.
Directional/asymmetrical
wheels mounted
incorrectly ............ B ....... Require remounting and/or
repositioning.
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be caused by
faulty alignment ....... A ............. Require alignment.
Part has been changed,
affecting alignment .... A ....... Require alignment check.
Pull, shown to be caused
by faulty alignment .... A ............. Require alignment.
Steering wheel
off-center ............. 2 ............. Suggest alignment.
Tire wear, shown
to be caused by
faulty alignment ....... A ............. Require alignment.
Wander, shown
to be caused by
faulty alignment ....... A ............. Require alignment.
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WHEELS AND TIRES
TIRES
These guidelines do not apply to split rims. Some vehicle
manufacturers restrict replacement of tires to specific brands, types,
or sizes.
WARNING: High pressure temporary compact spare tires should not be
used with any other rims or wheels, nor should standard
tires, snow tires, wheel covers, or trim rings be used
with high pressure compact spare rims or wheels.
Attempting to mount a tire of one diameter on a wheel of
a different diameter or flange type may result in serious
injury or death.
WARNING: Only specially trained persons should dismount or mount
tires. Explosions of tire and wheel assembly can result
from improper mounting, possibly causing serious injury
or death.
WARNING: Consult the vehicle owner's manual or vehicle placard for
correct size, speed rating, designation, and cold
inflation pressure of the original tires. DO NOT exceed
the maximum load or inflation capacity of the tire
specified by the Tire and Rim Association
WARNING: When replacing tires, it is suggested that the
replacement tires match or exceed the OEM speed rating
designation. If tires of different speed rating
designations are mixed on the same vehicle, the tires may
vary in handling characteristics. DO NOT mix different
speed rating designations on the same axle.
WARNING: DO NOT mix radials with non-radial tires on the same
axle, as this may affect vehicle handling and stability.
If radial tires and bias or bias-belted ply tires are
mixed on the same vehicle, the radials must be on the
rear. High-pressure temporary compact spare tires are
exempt from this rule.
WARNING: DO NOT mix size or type (all season, performance, mud and
snow) of tires on the same axle.
TIRE INSPECTION
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Loose ................... B ... Require repair or replacement
of affected component.
Lug nut installed
backward ............... B .. Require repair or replacement.
Lug nut mating type
incorrect .............. B ..... Require replacement of nut.
Lug nut mating surface
dished ................. A ..... Require replacement of nut.
Lug nut rounded ......... A . (2) Require replacement of nut.
Lug nut seized .......... A . ( 2) Require replacement of nut.
Stud incorrect .......... B .... Require replacement of stud.
Threads damaged ......... A ... Require repair or replacement
of component with damaged
threads.
Threads stripped ........ A .......... Require replacement of
component with stripped
threads.
( 1) - Some manufacturers require replacement of all studs on
that wheel if two or more studs or nuts on the same
wheel are broken or missing.
( 2) - Only required if removing wheel.
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WHEELS (RIMS)
WARNING: Mounting a regular tire on a high-pressure compact spare
wheel is not permitted. Attempting to mount a tire of one
diameter on a wheel of a different diameter or flange
type may result in serious injury or death. If the wheel
identification stamp is not legible, or cannot be found,
do not use the wheel until the size and type have been
properly identified. Wheels of different diameter,
offset, or width cannot be mixed on the same axle. Bead
seat tapers cannot be interchanged.
WHEEL (RIM) INSPECTION
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Condition Code Procedure
Bead leaking, caused
by wheel ............... A ........... ( 1) Require repair or
replacement.
Bent hub mounting
surface ................ A ............ Require replacement.
Bent rim, causing
vibration .............. 2 ........ ( 1) Suggest replacement.
Broken .................. A ............ Require replacement.
Cast wheel porous,
causing a leak ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Clip-on balance weight is
incorrect type
for rim flange ......... 2 ............ Suggest replacement.
Corrosion, affecting
structural integrity ... A ............ Require replacement.
Corrosion build-up on
wheel mounting
surface ................ A ................. Require repair.
Cracked ................. A ............ Require replacement.
Directional/asymmetrical
wheels mounted
incorrectly ............ B ....... Require remounting and/or
repositioning.
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![DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual Application Front - In. (mm) Rear - In. (mm\
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Gas Engine With
14" & 15" Wheels (1) ....... 29.04-29.82
(737.5-757.5) .......... 29.76-30](/manual-img/12/56915/w960_56915-1575.png "DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual Application Front - In. (mm) Rear - In. (mm\
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Gas Engine With
14\" & 15\" Wheels (1) ....... 29.04-29.82
(737.5-757.5) .......... 29.76-30")
Application Front - In. (mm) Rear - In. (mm\
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Gas Engine With
14" & 15" Wheels (1) ....... 29.04-29.82
(737.5-757.5) .......... 29.76-30.54\
(756.0-776.0)\
Gas Engine With 15",
16" & 17" Wheels ( 2) ....... 29.27-30.05
(743.5-765.5) ........... 30.0-30.78\
(762.0-782.0)\
CNG & Electric Vehicles ..... 30.46-31.24
(783.5-803.5) ........... 31.2-31.98\
(792.5-812.5)\
( 1) - With tire sizes P205/75R 15 and P215/65R 15.
( 2) - With tire sizes P215/70R 15, P215/65R 16 and 215/65R 17.
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HOIST
CAUTION: On Ram Van/Wagon, ensure there is adequate drive shaft
clearance while raising vehicle. DO NOT raise vehicle by
hoisting or jacking against front lower control arms. If rear
axle, fuel tank, spare tire and liftgate will be removed for
service, place additional weight on rear end of vehicle. This
will prevent tipping as center of gravity changes.
Caravan, Ram Van/Wagon, Town & Country, & Voyager
To raise vehicle on single and twin post type hoists, ensure
hoist pads contact vehicle frame behind front control arm pivots and
inside rear wheels on rear axle housing. Always use hoist adapters.
See Fig. 2 or 5.
Dakota & Ram Pickup
Vehicle may be raised on single or twin post swiveling arm,
or ramp-type drive hoists. If using swiveling arm hoist, ensure
lifting arms, pads or ramps are positioned evenly on frame rails, and
adequate clearance is maintained for transfer case (4WD models) or
skid plate. All hoists must be equipped with adapters to properly
support vehicle. See Fig. 3.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURES
FRONT WHEEL CAMBER & CASTER ADJUSTMENT
CAUTION: DO NOT adjust caster by heating or bending suspension
components. If caster angle is incorrect, replace
component(s) causing incorrect angle.
Caravan, Town & Country, & Voyager
1) Caster is factory preset and cannot be adjusted. Camber is
factory preset, but can be adjusted with a camber service kit. Raise
and support vehicle. While holding lower strut attaching bolts
stationary, loosen attaching nuts. See Fig. 6. Remove upper attaching
nut and bolt. Install camber service kit attaching/adjusting bolt and
nut. While holding bolt stationary, lightly tighten nut. Repeat
procedure for lower attaching nut and bolt.
2) Lower vehicle until vehicle weight is supported by
suspension. Bounce vehicle several times and allow suspension to
settle. Rotate new cam bolt to move top of wheel in or out to
specified camber. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS table. Tighten
through-bolt nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table.