2004 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL engine coolant

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The ªScheduledº maintenance services, listed inbold
typein this section (Section 8) must be done at the times
or mileages specified to assure the continued proper
functioning of the emission control system. These, and all
other maintenance services included in this manual,
should be done to provide best vehicle performance and
reliability. More frequent maintenance may be needed for
vehicles in severe operating conditions such as dusty
areas and very short trip driving.
Inspection and service also should be done any time a
malfunction is suspected.
NOTE:Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emis-
sion control devices and systems on your vehicle may be
performed by any automotive repair establishment or
individual using any automotive part which has been
certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or, in the State of Califor-
nia, California Air Resources Board regulations.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Ð 24±VALVE
CUMMINS TURBO DIESEL
There are two maintenance schedules that show the
requiredservice for your vehicle.
First is ScheduleªBº. It is for vehicles that are operated
under the conditions that are listed below and at the
beginning of the schedule.
²Frequent short trips where the engine does not achieve
full operating temperature (operating temperature de-
fined as 190É F (66É C ) coolant temperature).
²Extensive engine idling (over 10 minutes per hour of
operation) at ambient temperatures less than 32É F (0É
C).
²Driving in dusty conditions.
²Frequent trailer towing.
²Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service).
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²Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transmission and transfer case (if
equipped), add as needed.
²Check Filter MinderŸ. Replace air cleaner filter
element if necessary.
²Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
²Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the exhaust system.
²Inspect the brake hoses.
²Inspect the CV joints (if equipped) and front suspen-
sion components.
²Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
²Check the manual transmission fluid level.
²Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
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Schedule ªBº
Follow schedule ªBº if you usually operate your vehicle
under one or more of the following conditions.
²Frequent short trips where the engine does not achieve
full operating temperature (operating temperature de-
fined as 190É F (66É C ) coolant temperature).
²Extensive engine idling (over 10 minutes per hour of
operation) at ambient temperatures less than 32É F (0É
C).
²Driving in dusty conditions.
²Frequent trailer towing.
²Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service).
²Off-road or desert operation.
²Extensive operation at high engine speeds (greater
than 2900 rpm) and loads (greater than 70% throttle).
SCHEDULE ªBº 387
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Miles 97,500 100,000 101,250 105,000 108,750 112,500
(Kilometers) (156 000) (160 000) (162 000) (168 000) (174 000) (180 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X
Rotate tires. X X X
Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4)
models only.XXX
Flush and replace engine coolant. X
Inspect drive belt, replace as required. X
Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. X
Replace fuel filter element. Clean the water in
fuel sensor.X
Change rear axle fluid. X
Change front axle fluid (4X4). X
Inspect brake linings. X
Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. X
SCHEDULE ªBº 393
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Miles 45,000 52,500 60,000 67,500 75,000
(Kilometers) (72 000) (84 000) (96 000) (108 000) (120 000)
[Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X
Rotate tires. X X X X X
Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. X X X X X
Check transfer case fluid level. X
Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, regardless
of mileage.X
Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary. X X
Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage X X X
Replace fuel filter element. Clean the water in fuel sensor. X X
Inspect brake linings. X X
Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. X X
Inspect fan hub.X
Inspect damper.X
Inspect front wheel bearings. X
Replace fuel filter element. Clean the water in fuel sensor X
SCHEDULE ªAº 397
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Miles 82,500 90,000 97,500 100,000 105,000
(Kilometers) (132 000) (144 000) (156 000) (160 000) (168 000)
[Months] [66] [72] [78] [84]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X
Rotate tires. X X X X X
Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. X X X X X
Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 60 mos. X
Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). X
Inspect drive belt, replace as required. X
Inspect fan hub. X
Inspect damper. X
Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. X X
Replace fuel filter element. Clean the water in fuel sensor. X X
Inspect front wheel bearings. X
Inspect brake linings. X
Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. X
Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. Replace fil-
ter and adjust bands.X
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Miles 112,500 120,000 127,500 135,000 142,500 150,000
(Kilometers) (181 000) (193 000) (205 000) (217 000) (229 000) (241 000)
[Months] [90] [96] [102] [108] [114] [150]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X
Rotate tires. X XXXXX
Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4)
models only.X X XXXX
Flush and replace engine coolant, if it has
been 160 000 km (100, 000 miles) or 60
months since last change.X
Inspect drive belt, replace as required. X X
Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). X
Check tranfer case fluid level (4X4).X
Inspect fan hub. X X
Inspect damper. X X
Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. X X X
Replace fuel filter element. Clean the water in
fuel sensor.XXX
SCHEDULE ªAº 399
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Air Cleaner, Engine...................331,358
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 338
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............338,339
Air Conditioning System................187,338
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control........ 191
Air Filter.............................. 331
Air Pressure, Tires....................252,259
Airbag..............................45,50
Airbag Light.........................70,144
Airbag On/Off Switch..................... 50
Airbag, Side............................ 53
Alarm..............................29,147
Alignment and Balance................... 258
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................ 345
Capacities........................... 379
Anti-Lock Warning Light...............146,242
Anti-Theft System.....................29,147
Appearance Care........................ 362Ashtray............................... 127
Automatic Transmission................... 353
Adding Fluid......................... 353
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 354
Fluid Level Check...................... 353
Fluid Type........................354,381
Shift Indicator........................ 147
Shifting............................. 218
Special Additives...................... 355
Axle Fluid.......................274,351,381
Axle Lubrication.....................274,351
Ball Joints............................. 340
Battery............................... 336
Blanket..........................213,338
Emergency Starting..................... 310
Bearings.............................. 355
Belts, Drive............................ 331
Belts, Seat.............................. 34
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