2005 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL automatic transmission

Miles 60,000 63,750 67,500 71,250 75,000
(Kilometers) (96 000) (102 000) (108 000) (114 000) (120 000)
Change front axle fluid (4X4). X X
Change 6-spd manual transmission (G-56) fluid
2500/3500 models only.X
Inspect brake linings. X X
Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. X X
Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). X
Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid and
change main sump filter (545 RFE only).X
Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. Re-
place filter and adjust bands (48RE only).X
410 SCHEDULE “B”
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Miles 78,750 82,500 86,250 90,000 93,750
(Kilometers) (126 000) (132 000) (138 000) (144 000) (150 000)
Inspect front wheel bearings. X
Inspect brake linings.X
Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. X
Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. Re-
place filter and adjust bands (48RE only).X
412 SCHEDULE “B”
8
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Miles 116,250 120,000 123,750 127,500 131,250 135,000
(Kilometers) (186 000) (192 000) (198 000) (204 000) (210 000) (216 000)
Replace fuel filter element. Clean the water in
fuel sensor.XX
Inspect front wheel bearings. X
Change rear axle fluid. X X
Change front axle fluid (4X4). X X
Change 6-spd manual transmission (G-56)
fluid 2500/3500 models only.X
Inspect brake linings. X X
Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. X X
Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid
and change main sump and spin-on cooler
return filter (if equipped) (545 RFE only).X
Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
Replace filter and adjust bands (48RE only).X
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a
malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all receipts.
SCHEDULE “B” 415
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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]
Inspect front wheel bearings. X
Inspect brake linings. X
Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. X
Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. Re-
place filter and adjust bands (48 RE only).X
420 SCHEDULE “A”
8
M
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N
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C
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Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . 349,375
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 355
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............355,356
Air Conditioning System................207,355
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control........ 211
Air Filter.............................. 349
Air Pressure, Tires....................269,276
Airbag..............................45,51
Airbag Light.........................70,163
Airbag On/Off Switch..................... 51
Airbag, Side............................ 54
Alarm..............................29,166
Alignment and Balance................... 276
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 8
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................ 363
Capacities........................... 397
Anti-Lock Warning Light...............164,259
Anti-Theft System.....................29,166
Appearance Care........................ 379Ashtray............................... 144
Automatic Transmission................... 370
Adding Fluid......................... 371
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 372
Fluid Level Check...................... 370
Fluid Type........................371,399
Shift Indicator........................ 166
Shifting............................. 237
Special Additives...................... 373
Axle Fluid.......................291,369,399
Axle Lubrication.....................291,369
Ball Joints............................. 357
Battery............................... 354
Blanket..........................232,355
Emergency Starting..................... 327
Bearings.............................. 373
Belts, Drive............................ 348
Belts, Seat.............................. 34
432 INDEX

Low Washer Fluid..................... 168
Passing............................. 119
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 163
Service...........................384,385
Side Marker.......................... 396
Transfer Case......................... 247
Transmission Warning................169,298
Turn Signal.................. 118,163,385,389
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 162
Limited-Slip Differential................254,369
Loading Vehicle......................... 286
Tires ............................... 264
Locks................................. 16
Child Protection........................ 21
Door................................ 16
Ignition.............................. 14
Keys................................ 11
Power Door........................... 17
Steering Wheel......................... 14Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) . 60
Lubricants............................. 373
Lubrication, Body....................... 358
Lug Nuts............................. 322
Lumbar Support........................ 109
Maintenance........................... 340
Maintenance Procedures................... 343
Maintenance Schedule.................... 402
ScheduleA......................... 416
Manual, Service......................... 429
Manual Transmission..................241,370
Fluid Level Check...................... 370
Lubricant Selection..................... 399
Mirrors................................ 78
Automatic Dimming..................... 79
Electric Powered....................... 80
Outside.............................. 79
Rearview............................. 78
INDEX 439
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Restraint, Head......................... 108
Restraints, Child.......................56,62
Rotation, Tires.......................... 279
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 70
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 70
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 428
Safety Information, Tire................... 260
Safety Tips............................. 68
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 383
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 43
Seat Belts..........................33,34,70
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 41
And Pregnant Women................... 45
Child Restraint.......................56,67
Extender............................. 45
Front Seat............................ 34
Pretensioners.......................... 43
Reminder............................ 163Seats..............................106,107
Adjustment.......................... 106
Child............................... 67
Folding Floor......................... 148
Heated.............................. 112
Lumbar Support....................... 109
Power.............................. 110
Reclining............................ 108
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............29,166
Selection of Coolant...................... 398
Sentry Key............................. 11
Service Assistance....................... 424
Service Contract......................... 426
Service Information...................... 340
Service Manuals........................ 429
Setting the Clock........................ 170
Shifting............................... 237
Automatic Transmission................. 237
Manual Transmission................... 241
442 INDEX

Tips ................................ 297
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 294
Trailer Towing Guide..................... 295
Trailer Weight.......................... 295
Transfer Case
Fluid............................... 399
Transmission
Automatic........................237,370
Fluid............................... 399
Maintenance.......................... 370
Manual..........................241,370
Shifting............................. 237
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener............ 134
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 274
Trip Computer.......................... 128
Trip Odometer.......................167,168
Turn Signals................... 118,163,385,389
Underhood Fuses........................ 383Universal Transmitter..................... 134
Variance, Compass....................... 133
Vehicle Identification Number................ 7
Vehicle Loading......................265,286
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 8
Vehicle Storage......................... 384
Voltmeter............................. 162
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . 162
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 426
Washers, Windshield..................121,359
Washing Vehicle......................... 379
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 276
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 381
Wheel Changing........................ 317
Wheel Mounting........................ 318
Wheel Nut Torque....................322,326
INDEX 445
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