1999 DODGE RAM engine oil capacity
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system. If A/C specification label and specifications in this
article differ, use underhood label specifications.
REFRIGERANT OIL & R-134a REFRIGERANT CAPACITY (CARS)
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Application ( 1) Oil Oz. Refrigerant Oz.
Chrysler Corp.
Avenger & Sebring Coupe
2.0L (DOHC) ...................... 2.7-4.1 ......... 24.7-26.1\
2.5L (SOHC) ...................... 5.7-6.4 ......... 24.7-26.1\
Breeze, Cirrus & Stratus ............. 5.0 ................ 20.0
Concorde, Intrepid, LHS & 300M ....... 5.0 ................ 28.0
Neon ................................. 6.8 ................ 28.0
Sebring Convertible .................. 5.0 ................ 20.0
Ford Motor Co.
Continental .......................... 7.0 ................ 34.0
Contour, Cougar & Mystique ........... ( 1) ................. ( 1)
Crown Victoria & Grand Marquis ....... 7.0 ................ 38.0
Escort, Coupe & Tracer ............... 7.0 ................ 28.0
Mustang .............................. 7.0 ................ 34.0
Sable & Taurus ....................... 7.0 ................ 34.0
Town Car ............................. 7.0 ................ 38.0
General Motors
"C" Body ............................. 9.0 ................ 32.0
"E" & "K" Bodies ................ ( 1) 8.0-9.0 ............. 32.0
"F" Body ............................. 9.0 ................ 24.0
"G" Body
With HD6/HT6 Compressor ............ 8.0 ................ 32.0
With V5 Compressor ................. 9.0 ................ 32.0
"H" Body ............................. 9.0 ................ 32.0
"J" Body ............................. 9.0 ................ 24.0
"M" Body ............................. 3.4 ........... 19.0-21.0
"N" Body ............................. 9.0 ................. ( 2)
"S" Body ......................... ( 3) 4.1 ........... 22.9-26.5
"V" Body ............................. 9.0 ................ 33.5
"W" Body ............................. 9.0 ................ 30.0
"Y" Body ............................. 9.0 ................ 24.0
"Z" Body ............................. 5.0 ................ 24.0
( 1) - Total system capacity, unless otherwise noted. Refer to
underhood A/C specification label in engine compartment for
specified oil type.
( 2) - Refrigerant capacity for Alero and Grand Am is 36.0 ounces.
Refrigerant capacity for Cutlass and Malibu is 28.0 ounces.
( 3) - Compressor oil capacity.
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REFRIGERANT OIL & R-134a REFRIGERANT CAPACITY (LIGHT TRUCKS & VANS) \
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Application ( 1) Oil Oz. Refrigerant Oz.
Chrysler Corp.
Caravan, Town & Country, & Voyager
Without Rear Unit ................... 9.0 ............... 34.0
With Rear Unit ..................... 13.4 ............... 44.0
Dakota ................................ 8.1 ............... 28.0
Durango
Without Rear Unit ................... 5.5 ............... 28.0
With Rear Unit ...................... 8.0 ............... 30.0
Ram Pickup ............................ 8.1 ............... 30.0
Ram Van/Wagon
Without Rear Unit ................... 8.0 ............... 34.0
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With Rear Unit ..................... 10.0 ............... 46.0
Ford Motor Co.
"E" Series
With Rear Unit ..................... 13.0 ............... 64.0
Without Rear Unit ................... 9.0 ............... 44.0
Expedition & Navigator ................ (2) ................ ( 2)
Explorer & Mountaineer ................ 7.0 ............... 30.0
F150/F250 Pickup ...................... 9.0 ............... 32.0
F250HD/F350 Pickup .................... 9.0 ............... 32.0
Ranger ................................ 7.0 ............... 30.0
Villager
With Rear Unit ..................... 11.0 ............... 56.0
Without Rear Unit ................... 7.0 ............... 32.0
Windstar
With Rear Unit ..................... 13.0 ............... 56.0
Without Rear Unit ................... 9.0 ............... 44.0
General Motors
"C" & "K" Series
Pickup & Sierra ..................... 8.0 ............... 32.0
Crew Cab & Utility .................. 8.0 ............... 36.0
Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon
With Rear Unit ..................... 11.0 ............... 64.0
Without Rear Unit ................... 8.0 ............... 36.0
"G" Series
With Rear Unit ..................... 11.0 ............... 78.0
Without Rear Unit ................... 8.0 ............... 48.0
"J" Series ............................ 3.4 ............... 21.0
"L" & "M" Series
With Rear Unit ..................... 11.0 ............... 48.0
Without Rear Unit ................... 8.0 ............... 32.0
"P" Series ............................ 8.0 ................ ( 2)
"S" & "T" Series
2.2L ................................ 9.0 .......... 30.0-32.0
4.3L ................................ 8.0 .......... 30.0-32.0
"U" Series
With Rear Unit ..................... 11.0 ............... 46.0
Without Rear Unit ................... 8.0 ............... 32.0
Jeep
Cherokee .............................. 8.1 ............... 20.0
Grand Cherokee ........................ 5.8 ............... 24.0
Wrangler .............................. 8.1 ............... 20.0
( 1) - Total system capacity, unless otherwise noted. Refer to
underhood A/C specification label in engine compartment for
specified oil type.
( 2) - Refrigerant oil and/or refrigerant capacity not available from
manufacturer. Refer to underhood A/C specification label in
engine compartment.
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REFRIGERANT OILS
* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *
NOTE: Use ONLY the specified oil for the A/C system or compressor.
Always check the underhood A/C specification label or A/C
compressor label before adding refrigerant oil to A/C
compressor/system.
NOTE: For compressor applications, see COMPRESSOR APPLICATIONS &
BODY DESIGNATIONS. DO NOT exceed A/C system refrigerant oil
capacity when servicing system. See CAPACITIES.
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4) Scan tool will automatically calculate system charge.
Depending on system charge condition, corrections are made 2 ounces at
a time. Each time a correction is made, recheck readings to ensure
proper charge. For system refrigerant capacity, see REFRIGERANT OIL &
REFRIGERANT SPECIFICATIONS article.
Breeze, Cirrus, Concorde, Intrepid, LHS, Stratus & 300M
(Manifold Gauge Set Method)
1) Attach clamp-on Thermocouple (80PK-1A) to liquid line, as\
close to condenser outlet as possible. Attach manifold gauge set to
vehicle.
2) Set parking brake, and place transaxle in Park position.
Start engine and allow to idle. Set A/C controls to outside air, panel
mode, full cool, and high blower speed. Turn A/C on, and open windows.
Operate system for a few minutes to allow system to stabilize.
3) Place cardboard over front grille area, to block airflow
through part of condenser, to set A/C pressure to 260 psi (18.3
kg/cm
). This will stop cooling fans from alternating speeds and
maintain constant pressure.
4) Record temperature reading at liquid line and discharge
pressure reading on gauges. Compare readings with values in
REFRIGERANT CHARGE LEVEL table.
5) Depending on system charge condition, corrections are made
2 ounces at a time. Each time a correction is made, recheck readings
to ensure proper charge. For system refrigerant capacity, see
REFRIGERANT OIL & REFRIGERANT SPECIFICATIONS article.
REFRIGERANT CHARGE LEVEL
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Liquid Line Temp. ( 1) Discharge Pressure F ( C) psi (kg/cm)
40 (4.4) ........................................... 53-75 (3.7-5.3\
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60 (15.6) ......................................... 81-104 (5.7-7.3\
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80 (26.7) ....................................... 111-142 (7.8-10.0\
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100 (37.8) ..................................... 156-194 (11.0-13.6\
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120 (48.9) ..................................... 208-259 (14.6-18.2\
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140 (60.0) ..................................... 272-331 (19.1-23.3\
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160 (71.1) ..................................... 353-420 (24.8-29.5\
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180 (82.2) ..................................... 447-516 (31.4-36.3\
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( 1) - When pressure is lower than specified, system is undercharged.
When pressure is higher than specified, system is overcharged.
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All Other Models
Ensure A/C system has been checked for leaks and evacuated.
See EVACUATING A/C SYSTEM and LEAK TESTING. Charge A/C system to
specifications. For system refrigerant capacity, see REFRIGERANT OIL &
REFRIGERANT SPECIFICATIONS article.
FORD MOTOR CO.
1) If using approved Recovery/Recycling/Charging Center (023-\
00105 or 023-00150), connect to high-side and low-side service valves.
See SERVICE VALVE LOCATIONS under SYSTEM SERVICE VALVES. Operate
charging center according to manufacturer's instructions. Charge
system with specified amount of refrigerant and refrigerant oil. See
REFRIGERANT OIL & REFRIGERANT SPECIFICATIONS article. Check amount of
refrigerant oil in system before adding oil. See COMPRESSOR
REFRIGERANT OIL CHECKING article.
2) If using manifold gauge set, connect to high-side and low-
side service valves. See SERVICE VALVE LOCATIONS under SYSTEM SERVICE
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DRIV E A XLE - F B I S EM I- F LO ATIN G
1999 D odge P ic ku p R 1500
1998-99 DRIVE AXLES
CHRY - FBI Semi-Floating Axles
Ram Pickup
IDENTIFICATION
DRIVE AXLE APPLICATION \
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Application Axle Ring Axle
Model Gear Size Ratio
Front Axle ........ 216 FBI ......... 8.50" .. 3.54, 3.92 & 4.09
Front Axle ........ 248 FBI ......... 9.75" ........ 3.54 & 4.10
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DESCRIPTION & OPERATION
The Front Beam-Design Iron (FBI) axles is of an iron center
casting (differential housing) with axle shaft tubes extending from
both sides. The tubes are pressed in to form a one-piece axle housing
and is a semi-floating design.
Axle contains an integral carrier with hypoid-type ring gear
and pinion with semi-floating axle shafts. Load is supported by hub
bearings. Axle shafts are retained by nuts at the hub bearings. Hub
bearings are bolted to steering knuckle at outboard end of axle tube
yoke. Hub bearings are serviced as an assembly. On vehicles equipped
with Anti-Lock (ABS) brakes, a brake sensor is mounted on knuckle
assemblies, and tone rings are pressed onto axle shaft.
Differential is a one-piece design and differential pinion
mate shaft is retained with a roll pin. Differential bearing preload
and ring gear backlash is adjusted by use of shims, and pinion bearing
preload is set and maintained by use of a collapsible spacer.
Axle shaft is engaged or disengaged by an axle vacuum shift
motor. Vacuum shift motor is operated by engine vacuum and is
controlled by a switch mounted on transfer case.
AXLE RATIO & IDENTIFICATION
NOTE: Axle ratio can be identified by axle identification tag
attached to axle housing cover. See IDENTIFICATION.
LUBRICATION
CAPACITY
DRIVE AXLE CAPACITY ( 1) \
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Application Pts. (L)\
216 FBI .................................................. 4.8 (2.3)\
248 FBI .................................................. 7.6 (3.6)\
(1) - Approximate drive axle capacity listed. Lubricant level should
be 1/2" below oil filler hole in axle housing cover.
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(1) - Approximate drive axle capacity listed. Lubricant level should
be within 1/2" below bottom of oil filler hole in axle housing
cover.
( 2) - Add container of Mopar Gear Oil Friction Modifier when
refilling.
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FLUID TYPE
Use SAE 80W-90 or SAE 90W hypoid gear lubricant with MIL-L-
2105-B and API GL-5 ratings. Also add a container of Mopar Gear Oil
Friction Modifier when refilling.
FLUID DRAIN & REFILL
1) With lubricant of rear axle assembly at normal operating
temperature, raise and support vehicle so rear wheels are free to
rotate. Clean around axle housing cover. Loosen axle housing cover
bolts. Drain lubricant from axle housing. Remove bolts and axle
housing cover.
2) Position differential so hole in differential case faces
down. Wipe all accessible areas of axle housing. Ensure sealing
surfaces on axle housing and cover are clean. Apply a 1/4" thick bead
of silicone sealant on inside of bolt holes and along sealing surfaces
on axle housing cover.
3) Install axle housing cover, axle identification tag and
retaining bolts. Tighten bolts to 30 ft. lbs. (41 N.m). Remove oil
filler plug. Add a container of Mopar Gear Oil Friction Modifier. Fill
axle with gear lube. Install oil filler plug. Lower vehicle.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
DIFFERENTIAL NOISE
1) Ensure differential lubricant is at normal operating
temperature. Road test vehicle. Note if differential noise exists in
turns, but not during straight-ahead driving. Probable cause is
incorrect or insufficient rear axle lubricant or additive.
2) Drain and refill rear axle. See FLUID DRAIN & REFILL under
LUBRICATION. Road test vehicle and note if noise still exists, it may
be necessary to disassemble rear axle so differential can be repaired.
See RBI FULL-FLOATING AXLES article for removal of differential case.
TESTING
NOTE: Power-Lok differential can be tested without removing
differential carrier from axle housing. Either test can be
used to check drive axle.
TEST I
1) Place blocks under both front wheels. Ensure engine is off
and transmission is in Neutral. Release parking brake. Raise one rear
wheel until it is completely clear of the floor. Remove wheel. Install
Adapter (6790) to wheel studs, and tighten securely.
2) Using torque wrench on adapter, rotate axle, and record
torque required. Repeat procedure for remaining rear wheel position.
If rotational torque for either rear wheel is less than 30 ft. lbs.
(41 N.m) or greater than 200 ft. lbs. (271 N.m), Power-Lok unit must\
be replaced or repaired.
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2) Ensure journal diameter, taper and out-of-round are within
specification. See CRANKSHAFT, MAIN & CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS table
under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. Upper main bearings contain oil holes,
while lower bearings installed in main bearing cap do not.
3) Apply light coat of engine oil to threads before
tightening bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table.
Ensure oil clearance and end play are within specification. See
CRANKSHAFT, MAIN & CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS table.
CAUTION: Crankshaft journal grinding should not exceed .012" (.30 mm)
under standard size. DO NOT grind thrust surfaces of No. 3
main bearing. Final paper or cloth polishing after regrind
must be done in same direction as engine rotation.
Thrust Bearing
Thrust bearing is located on No. 3 main bearing. Replace
thrust bearing if crankshaft end play is not within specification. See
CRANKSHAFT, MAIN & CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS table under ENGINE
SPECIFICATIONS.
NOTE: Cylinder bore should be measured at room temperature of 70
F
(21C).
Cylinder Block
1) Check cylinder bore, out-of-round and taper. Measure
cylinder bore diameter below top surface of cylinder bore, middle of
bore and bottom of cylinder bore. Bore cylinder block if bore diameter
is not within specification. See CYLINDER BLOCK table under ENGINE
SPECIFICATIONS.
NOTE: Cylinder block is marked to indicate oversize valve lifters.
See SPECIAL ENGINE MARKS.
2) Check valve lifter bore diameter. Check for scoring. If
scoring exists or lifter bore diameter is not within specification,
ream cylinder block bore for next oversize valve lifter. See VALVE
LIFTERS table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
ENGINE OILING
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM
System has a rotor-type oil pump and full-flow oil filter.
Oil is forced by pump through a series of oil passages in engine to
provide lubrication to engine components. Oil is supplied to rocker
assembly through hollow push rods. Push rods are fed oil from lifters.
See Fig. 17 .
Crankcase Capacity
On 3.9L, oil capacity with oil filter is 4.0 qts. (3.8L). On
5.2L and 5.9L, oil capacity with oil filter is 5.0 qts. (4.7L).
Oil Pressure
Oil pressure is 6 psi (.4 kg/cm
) at idle and 30-80 psi (2.1-
5.6 kg/cm) at 3000 RPM with engine at normal operating temperature.
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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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2) - Axles with Limited-Slip Differentials require the use of
a 5% Friction Modifier, such as 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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FLUID CAPACITIES - DIESEL
FLUID CAPACITIES TABLE - DIESEL \
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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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Automatic 46RE: Dry Fill 17 Qts. (16L)
Transmission
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Fluid 47RE: Dry Fill 17 Qts. (16L)
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Transmission
Fluid
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Rear Axle DANA 70 Model 267 (2WD) 7 Pts. (3.3L)
Lubricant
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Limited Slip
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Model 286 (2WD) 6.8 Pts. (3.2L)
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Model 286 (4WD) 10.1 Pts. (4.8L)
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Front Axle Model 248 7.6 Pts. (3.6L)
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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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 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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LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS - GAS
LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS TABLE - GAS \
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Material Condition Specification
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Engine Oil Ambient Temperature Above 0 \bF SAE 10W-30
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Ambient Temperature Less Than SAE 5W-30
-20\bF (-29\bC) Up To 32\bF (0\bC)
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Engine All 50/50 Mixture Of
Coolant Distilled Water &
Ethylene Glycol
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Transmission
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Transfer Case All ATF+2 Type 7176
Fluid Or DEXRON III ATF
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Transmission
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Transmission Fluid
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Linkage Lubricant
Lubricant
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4x4 Frt. Axle SAE 80W-90
Lubricant (
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Steering Fluid Or Equivalant
Fluid (
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Linkage NLGI Grade 2 E.P.
Lubricant
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A/C All R-134a