2007 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL wiper blades

▫Front Axle Universal Drive Joints And Pivot
Bearings ............................398
▫ Body Lubrication .....................399
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ................399
▫ Windshield Washers ...................399
▫ Exhaust System ......................400
▫ Cooling System .......................401
▫ Fan ...............................407
▫ Charge Air Cooler (Inter-Cooler) ..........408
▫ Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses .......408
▫ Brake System ........................409
▫ Clutch Linkage .......................411
▫ Clutch Hydraulic System ................411 ▫
Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving
Axle Fluid Level ......................411
▫ Transfer Case — If Equipped .............412
▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped .......412
▫ Automatic Transmission ................413
▫ Front Wheel Bearings ..................415
▫ Selection Of Lubricating Grease ...........416
▫ Noise Control System Required Maintenance &
Warranty ...........................417
▫ Appearance Care And Protection
From Corrosion ......................422

Fuses (Integrated Power Module) ...........426

Vehicle Storage ........................431

Replacement Light Bulbs .................432
376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, doors, liftgate and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the appli-
cation of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be
wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular
attention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to insure proper function. When performing other
underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism
and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as Mopar Lock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
The rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield
should be cleaned periodically with a sponge or soft cloth
and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accu-
mulations of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Windshield Washers
The fluid reservoir is located under the hood and should
be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the
reservoir with windshield washer solvent only (not ra-
diator antifreeze).
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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.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system
in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This
rating information can be found on most washer fluid
containers.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
After the engine has warmed, operate the defroster for a
few minutes to reduce the possibility of smearing or freezing the fluid on the cold windshield. Mopar All
Weather Windshield Washer Solution, used with water as
directed on the container, aids cleaning action, reduces
the freezing point to avoid line clogging, and is not
harmful to paint or trim.
Exhaust System
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the
vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

•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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Wheel Nut Torque.................... 361,365
Wind Buffeting ....................... 31,152
Window Airbag (Side Curtain) ............... 54
Window Fogging ........................ 245
Windows .............................. 29
Power ............................... 29
Rear Sliding ........................ 31,165 Windshield Defroster
.................. 236,238
Windshield Washers ................ 129,130,399
Fluid ............................ 129,399
Windshield Wiper Blades .................. 399
Windshield Wipers ....................... 129
Wiper Blade Replacement .................. 399
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... 129
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