2005 DODGE POWER WAGON cooling

▫Power Steering—Fluid Check............367
▫Front Suspension Ball Joints..............367
▫Steering Linkage—Inspection............368
▫Front Prop Shaft Lubrication.............368
▫Body Lubrication.....................369
▫Windshield Wiper Blades................369
▫Windshield Washers...................369
▫Exhaust System......................370
▫Cooling System.......................371
▫Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses.......375
▫Brake System........................376
▫Clutch Hydraulic System................377
▫Clutch Linkage.......................378▫Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid
Level..............................378
▫Transfer Case........................379
▫Front Drive Shaft.....................379
▫Manual Transmission..................379
▫Automatic Transmission................380
▫Front Wheel Bearings..................383
▫Selection Of Lubricating Grease...........383
▫Noise Control System Required Maintenance
& Warranty.........................384
▫Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................388

Fuse And Relay Center...................393

Vehicle Storage........................393
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WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing CO, fol-
low the preceding safety tips.
Exhaust System Rubber Isolator and Loop-Type
Hanger—If Equipped
Inspect surfaces whenever the vehicle is hoisted for
rubber to metal separation or deep cracks. SLIGHT
CRACKING DUE TO WEATHERING DOES NOT AD-
VERSELY AFFECT PERFORMANCE. If, however, exces-
sively deep localized cracks are present, or any part of the
exhaust system abnormally contacts the underbody hard-
ware, the isolator and/or hanger should be replaced.
Cooling System
Cooling System Maintenance
At the intervals shown in the Maintenance Schedules
Section of the manual, the system should be drained,
flushed and filled.
Inspection
Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the
system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh
coolant as specified.
Inspect the entire cooling system for leaks. Check the face
of the radiator for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, or
other foreign matter. If dirty, clean the radiator core with
a garden hose. With the engine OFF, gently spray water
from the back of the radiator core.
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Adding Coolant
When adding coolant, or refilling the system, a minimum
solution of 50% recommended HOAT ethylene glycol
engine coolant (antifreeze) and distilled water should be
used. Use higher concentrations (not to exceed 70%) if
temperatures below
34°F(
37°C) are anticipated.
Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized
water when mixing the water/engine coolant solution.
The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of
corrosion protection in the engine cooling system.
NOTE:It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the
proper level of protection against freezing according to
the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle
is operated.
NOTE:Mixing coolant types will decrease the life of the
engine coolant and will require more frequent coolant
changes.When additional coolant is needed to maintain the
proper level, add the recommended concentration of
antifreeze and water to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill.
NOTE:Failure to follow the antifreeze concentration
and replacement recommendations, or failure to use
antifreeze formulated to prevent corrosion of all cooling
system metals, may result in radiator plugging, overheat-
ing, or cooling system leaks such as in core hole plugs.
WARNING!
Never add coolant to the radiator when the engine is
overheated. Do not loosen or remove pressure cap to
cool an overheated engine. The coolant is under
pressure and severe scalding could result.
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Recommended Engine Coolant
Refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts for correct fluid type.CAUTION!
•Mixing of coolants other than specified engine
coolant, may result in engine damage, and de-
crease corrosion protection. If a non-HOAT cool-
ant is introduced into the cooling system in an
emergency, it should be replaced with the speci-
fied coolant as soon as possible.
•Do not use plain water alone or alcohol base
engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use
additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as
they may not be compatible with the radiator
engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
•This vehicle has not been designed for use with
Propylene Glycol based coolants. Use of Propy-
lene Glycol based coolants is not recommended.
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Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulated
substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your
local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your
community. Do not store ethylene glycol-based engine
coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in
puddles on the ground. Prevent ingestion by animals and
children. If ingested by a child, contact a physician
immediately. Clean up any ground spills immediately.
Coolant Pressure Cap
The coolant pressure cap must be fully tightened to
prevent the loss of coolant and to insure that the coolant
will return to the radiator from the coolant bottle. The
pressure cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is
any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing
surfaces.
WARNING!
The warning words“DO NOT OPEN HOT”on the
radiator pressure cap are a safety precaution. Heat
causes pressure to build up in the cooling system. To
prevent scalding or injury, do not remove the pres-
sure cap.
Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
Inspect surfaces of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence
of heat and mechanical damage. Hard or soft spots,
brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and exces-
sive swelling indicate deterioration of the rubber.
Pay particular attention to those hoses nearest to high
heat sources such as the exhaust manifold. Inspect hose
routing to be sure hoses do not come in contact with any
heat source or moving component which may cause heat
damage or mechanical wear.
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AIR CLEANER
•Removal of the air cleaner.
•Inverting the air cleaner lid.
•Removal of the air ducting.
EXHAUST SYSTEM
•Removal or rendering inoperative exhaust system
components including the muffler or tailpipe.
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
•Removal or rendering inoperative the fan clutch.
•Removal of the fan shroud.
Noise Emission Warranty
The manufacturer warrants that this vehicle as manufac-
tured by the manufacturer, was designed, built and
equipped to conform at the time it left the manufacturers
control with all applicable U.S. EPA Noise Control Regu-
lations.
This warranty covers this vehicle as designed, built and
equipped by the manufacturer, and is not limited to any
particular part, component or system of the vehicle
manufactured by the manufacturer. Defects in design,
assembly or in any part, component or system of the
vehicle as manufactured by the manufacturer, which, at
the time it left the manufacturers control, caused noise
emissions to exceed Federal standards, are covered by
this warranty for the life of the vehicle.
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel
5.7L, 89 Octane
2500 Shortbed Models 34 gal. 128L
2500 Longbed Models 35 gal. 132L
Engine Oil (with filter)
5.7L Engine V-8, SAE 5W-20, API Certified 7.0 qts. 6.6L
Cooling System
5.7L (MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile
Formula)18.7 qts. 17.7L
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Climate Control......................... 200
Clock................................ 165
Clutch............................... 377
Clutch Linkage Maintenance................ 378
Compact Disc Maintenance................. 199
Compact Disc Player..................172,179
Compact Spare Tire...................... 299
Compass...........................126,127
Compass Calibration..................... 127
Compass Variance....................... 128
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 123
Console, Overhead....................... 122
Contract, Service........................ 432
Converter, Catalytic...................... 313
Cooling System......................... 371
Coolant Capacity...................... 406
Coolant Level......................... 372
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 375
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 372Inspection........................... 371
Radiator Cap......................372,375
Selection of Coolant...............374,406,407
Temperature Gauge..................... 160
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 118
Cup Holder............................ 141
Customer Assistance..................... 430
Daytime Running Lights................... 112
Dealer Service.......................... 355
Defroster, Rear Window..............88,207,211
Defroster, Windshield..................202,205
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 116
Differential............................. 80
Differential, Limited-Slip.................. 281
Digital Video Disc Player................... 80
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 380
Power Steering........................ 367
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