2007 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL maintenance

•Off-road or desert operation.
•Extensive operation at high engine speeds (greater
than 2900 rpm) and loads (greater than 70% throttle).
NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for Schedule B.
NOTE: IfANY of these apply to you then change your
coolant every 101,250 miles (162 000 km) or 60 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule “B” of the
 Maintenance Schedules section of this manual.
Second is Schedule “A”. It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
ule B.
Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-
tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
At Each Stop for Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about 15 minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level
while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the
accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when
the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required. When refilling the washer fluid reservoir,
take some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel
and wipe clean the wiper blades, this will help blade
performance.
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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.
•Drain water from the fuel filter. 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.
•Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fittin
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Schedule “B”
Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicle
under one or more of the following conditions.
•Frequent short trips where the engine does not achieve
full operating temperature (operating temperature de-
fined as 190° F (66 ° C ) coolant temperature).
•Extensive engine idling (over 10 minutes per hour of
operation) at ambient temperatures less than 32° F (0°
C).
•Driving in dusty conditions.
•Frequent trailer towing.
•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service).
•Off-road or desert operation.
•Extensive operation at high engine speeds (greater
than 2900 rpm) and loads (greater than 70% throttle).
NOTE: IfANY of these apply to you then change your
coolant every 101,250 miles (162 000 km) or 60 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule “B” of the
 Maintenance Schedules section of this manual.
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SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE
Prepare For The Appointment
If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the
right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All
work to be performed may not be covered by the
warranty, discuss additional charges with the service
manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s
service history. This can often provide a clue to the
current problem.
Prepare A List
Make a written list of your vehicle’s problems or the
specific work you want done. If you’ve had an accident,
or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the
service advisor know.
Be Reasonable With Requests
If you list a number of items, and you must have your
vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with
the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
At many dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a
minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it is advisable
to make these arrangements when you call for an ap-
pointment.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
The manufacturer and its dealers are vitally interested in
your satisfaction. We want you to be happy with our
products and services.
Warranty service must be done by an authorized
Chrysler, Dodge, or Jeep dealer. We strongly recommend
that you take your vehicle to your selling dealer. They
know you and your vehicle best, and are most concerned
that you get prompt and high quality service. The
manufacturer’s dealers have the facilities, factory-trained
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Adding Fuel........................... 320
Adjustable Pedals ....................... 132
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . 389,418
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 396
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............396,397
Air Conditioning System ................237,396
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control ........ 240
Air Filter .............................. 389
Air Pressure, Tires .................... 305,313
Airbag .............................. 45,51
Airbag Light ......................... 74,180
Airbag On/Off Switch ..................... 51
Airbag, Side ............................ 54
Alarm, Out of Park Sense .................. 273
Alarm, Panic ............................ 22
Alarm (Security Alarm) .................18,182
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Alignment and Balance ................... 312
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 8 Antenna, Satellite Radio
................... 230
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............403,404
Capacities ........................... 445
Anti-Lock Warning Light ...............184,294
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 18
Anti-Theft System ..................... 18,182
Appearance Care ........................ 422
Ashtray ............................... 154
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 83
Automatic Transaxle ...................... 12
Interlock System ........................ 15
Automatic Transmission ................... 413
Adding Fluid ......................... 413
Fluid and Filter Changes ................. 414
Fluid Level Check ...................... 413
Fluid Type ........................ 414,447
Shift Indicator ........................ 182
Shifting ............................. 267
Special Additives ...................... 415
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Axle Fluid.......................... 412,447
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) ............... 412
Ball Joints ............................. 397
Battery ............................... 394
Blanket .......................... 262,396
Emergency Starting ..................... 367
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ....... 23
Saving Feature (Protection) ............... 124
Bearings .............................. 415
Belts, Drive ............................ 389
Belts, Seat .............................. 32
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 399
B-Pillar Location ........................ 300
Brake Fluid ............................ 447
Brake System ........................ 291,409
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... 292
Disc Brakes .......................... 409
Fluid Check .......................... 409 Hoses
.............................. 411
Master Cylinder ....................... 409
Parking ............................. 290
Warning Light ........................ 184
Bulb Replacement ....................... 433
Bulbs, Light ............................ 432
Cab Top Clearance Lights .................. 441
Calibration, Compass ..................... 141
Camper ............................... 170
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ........ 445
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 445
Caps, Filler Power Steering ........................ 397
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............... 405
Car Washes ............................ 422
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............73,172
Cargo Light ............................ 126
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance ......... 232
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CD (Compact Disc) Player............190,198,211
Cellular Phone .......................... 87
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 440
Center Lap Belts ......................... 42
Center Seat Storage Compartment .........159,160
Certification Label ....................... 323
Charge Air Cooler ....................... 408
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 297
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . 183
Child Restraint ........................ 57,58
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............62,66
Child Seat ............................ 58,65
Cigar Lighter ........................... 154
Cleaning Wheels ............................. 424
Climate Control ......................... 234
Clock ..................... 187,192,200,213,226
Clutch Linkage Maintenance ................ 411
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 233 Compact Spare Tire
...................... 308
Compass ........................... 140,141
Compass Calibration ..................... 141
Compass Variance ....................... 142
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 137
Console, Overhead ....................... 136
Contract, Service ........................ 472
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 405
Cooling System ......................... 401
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 404
Coolant Capacity ...................... 445
Coolant Level ................... 401,402,406
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 406
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 403
Inspection ........................... 406
Points to Remember .................... 406
Pressure Cap ......................... 405
Radiator Cap ......................... 405
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .........403,446
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