2006 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL manual transmission

Chassis
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.
Automatic Transmission MoparATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Transfer Case MoparATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Manual Transmission Fluid G-56 MoparATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Clutch Linkage Multipurpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P. or equivalent.
Front and Rear Axle Fluid 2500/3500
ModelsGL-5 SAE 75W-90 Synthetic or equivalent. 2500/3500 axels do not require
limited slip additive.
Brake Master Cylinder MoparDOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recom-
mended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir MoparATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439
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Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the batteries and clean and tighten the termi-
nals as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transmission and transfer case (if
equipped), add as needed.
•Check Filter Minder™. Replace air cleaner filter
element if necessary.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the exhaust system.
•Inspect the brake hoses.
•Inspect the U-Joints ( if equipped) and front suspen-
sion components.
•Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
•Check the manual transmission fluid level.
•Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
•Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models
only.
•Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4).
444 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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Miles 60,000 63,750 67,500 71,250 75,000
(Kilometers) (96 000) (102 000) (108 000) (114 000) (120 000)
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 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
SCHEDULE “B” 451
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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)
Inspect damper. X
Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. X X
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
SCHEDULE “B” 457
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Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze................. 400
Event Data Recorder...................... 54
Exhaust Gas Caution................71,169,397
Exhaust System.................71,396,397,412
Exterior Lighting........................ 122
Fan .................................. 402
Filters
Engine Oil.....................379,382,438
Flashers
Turn Signal.......................... 124
Flat Tire Stowage.....................352,362
Fluid, Brake........................... 439
Fluid Capacities......................... 437
Fluid Level Checks
Brake............................... 403
Manual Transmission................... 406
Power Steering........................ 392
Transfer Case......................... 406Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 438
Fog Lights.......................123,183,436
Fold Flat Load Floor..................... 162
Four Wheel Drive....................... 273
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 350
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 366
Front Axle (Differential)................394,405
Fuel..............................314,318
Diesel.........................314,318,438
Gauge.............................. 184
Requirements......................... 314
Specifications......................... 317
Tank Capacity........................ 437
Fuses................................ 420
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 141
Gauges............................... 177
Coolant Temperature.................... 179
Fuel................................ 184
482 INDEX

Manual, Service......................... 474
Manual Transmission..................272,406
Fluid Level Check...................... 406
Lubricant Selection..................... 439
Mirrors................................ 78
Automatic Dimming..................... 79
Electric Powered....................... 80
Outside.............................. 79
Rearview............................. 78
Trailer Towing......................81,334
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Mopar Parts.........................375,473
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 124
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 69
Noise Control
Maintenance.......................... 411
Tampering Prohibited................... 412
Noise Emission Warranty............... 411,413Occupant Restraints....................... 30
Occupant Restraints (2500/3500/Mega Cab Only) . . 30
Odometer..........................180,184
Trip .............................180,184
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road)............ 346
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement)............ 346
Oil, Engine............................ 438
Capacity............................ 437
Change Interval....................... 380
Dipstick............................. 379
Disposal............................ 384
Filter.........................379,382,438
Pressure Gauge....................... 178
Recommendation...................... 381
Viscosity............................ 381
Oil Filter, Change........................ 382
Onboard Diagnostic System................ 375
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 141
Operating Precautions.................... 375
486 INDEX

Child............................... 68
Folding Floor......................... 162
Heated.............................. 117
Lumbar Support....................... 109
Power.............................. 110
Rear Folding....................... 112,114
Reclining............................ 108
Reclining Rear........................ 112
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............26,180
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 438
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 12
Service Assistance....................... 470
Service Contract......................... 472
Service Information...................... 376
Service Manuals........................ 474
Setting the Clock.............185,188,196,209,223
Shifting............................... 266
Automatic Transmission................. 266
Manual Transmission................... 272Transfer Case......................... 276
Transfer Case, Shifting into Transfer
Case Neutral (N)..................340,342
Transfer Case, Shifting out of Transfer
Case Neutral (N)..................341,344
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage.............. 38
Shoulder Belts........................... 31
Side Airbag............................. 52
Signals, Turn........................... 124
Sliding Rear Window
Power............................... 29
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 309
Snow Plow............................ 335
Snow Tires............................ 311
Spare Tire..........................304,305
Speed Control (Cruise Control).............. 130
Speedometer........................... 178
Starting............................... 253
Engine Block Heater.................253,260
INDEX 489
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Replacement......................... 307
Rotation............................. 311
Safety...........................291,300
Sizes............................... 293
Snow Tires........................... 311
Spare Tire........................... 352
Spinning............................ 305
Tread Wear Indicators................... 306
Wheel Mounting....................... 353
Wheel Nut Torque..................... 357
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 326
Torque Converter Clutch.................. 270
Tow Hooks, Emergency................... 367
Towing............................... 323
Disabled Vehicle....................... 368
Guide.............................. 326
Recreational.......................... 339
Weight.............................. 326
Traction.............................. 347Traction Control......................... 406
Trailer Towing.......................... 323
Cooling System Tips.................... 333
Hitches............................. 325
Minimum Requirements................. 328
Mirrors...........................81,334
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 326
Wiring.............................. 331
Trailer Towing Guide..................... 326
Trailer Weight.......................... 326
Transfer Case
Electronically Shifted.................... 278
Fluid............................... 439
Transmission
Automatic........................266,407
Fluid............................... 439
Maintenance.......................... 407
Manual..........................272,406
Shifting............................. 266
INDEX 491
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