2007 Ram 2500 (Diesel) oil dipstick

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
The pages that follow contain therequiredmaintenance
services determined by the engineers who designed your
vehicle.
Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed
maintenance intervals, there are other items that should
operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance.
However, if a malfunction of these items does occur, it
could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance.
These items should be inspected if a malfunction is
observed or suspected.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the
engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check
the oil level at regular intervals. The best time to check
the oil level is before starting the engine after it has been
parked overnight. When checking oil after operating the
engine, first ensure the engine is at full operating tem-
perature, then wait at least 30 minutes after engine
shutdown to check the oil.
Checking the vehicle while it’s on level ground will also
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Add oil
only when the level on the dipstick is below the “ADD”
mark. The total capacity from the low mark to the high
mark is 2 quarts (1.9 liters).
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Install the filter as specified by the filter manufacturer.
Turn the filter 3/4 to one full turn after making contact
with the gasket.
Check the condition of the threads and sealing surface on
the oil pan and drain plug.
Install the drain plug and sealing washer and tighten to
37 ft-lbs. (50 N·m).
Use only high-quality multi-grade lubricating oil in your
Cummins Diesel Engine. Choose the correct oil for your
operating conditions as outlined in the Selection of
Engine Oil.
Cummins Turbo Diesel
Fill the engine with the correct grade of new oil. The
engine capacity is 11 quarts (10.4 liters) in the crankcase
and 1 quart (.95 liter) in the lubricating oil filter.Start the engine and operate it at idle for several minutes.
Check for leaks at the lubricating oil filter and oil pan
drain plug.
Run the engine until it has reached operating tempera-
ture, stop the engine. Wait approximately 15 minutes to
let the oil in the upper parts of the engine drain back to
the pan. Check the oil level again.
Add oil as necessary to bring the level to the “SAFE”
mark on the dipstick.
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Filter
Care should be taken in disposing of the used engine
fluids from your vehicle. Used fluids, indiscriminately
discarded, can present a problem to the environment.
Contact your local dealer, service station, or governmen-
tal agency for advice on recycling programs and where
used fluids and filters can be safely discarded in your
area.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421
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Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 446
Inspection........................... 448
Points to Remember.................... 449
Pressure Cap......................... 447
Radiator Cap......................... 447
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).........446,488
Temperature Gauge..................... 200
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 139
CupHolder ............................ 172
Customer Assistance..................... 524
Customer Programmable Features............ 153
Data Recorder, Event...................... 58
Daytime Running Lights................... 131
Dealer Service.......................... 411
Defroster, Rear Window................. 88,181
Defroster, Windshield................ 77,258,261
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 135
Diesel Exhaust Brake..................... 290Diesel Fuel............................ 348
Diesel Fuel Requirements.................. 348
Differential, Limited-Slip.................. 317
Dipsticks .............................. 414
Power Steering........................ 439
Disc Brakes............................ 451
Disposal.............................. 421
Engine Oil........................... 421
Used Coolant (Antifreeze)................ 448
Door Locks............................. 25
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 153
Door Opener, Garage..................... 160
Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter.......427,430
DriveBelts ............................ 422
Dual Rear Wheels.....................347,396
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System)...... 249
Electric Rear Window Defrost............. 88,181
Electrical Power Outlets................... 169
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Schedule “A”......................... 506
Manual, Service......................... 528
Manual Transmission..................303,455
Fluid Level Check...................... 455
Lubricant Selection..................... 491
Shift Speeds.......................... 304
Map/Reading Lights..................... 150
Mirrors ................................ 84
Automatic Dimming..................... 85
Electric Powered....................... 87
Outside.............................. 86
Rearview............................. 84
TrailerTowing ...................... 88,371
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 8
Mopar Parts.........................410,527
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 133
Navigation Radio........................ 245
Navigation System....................... 245New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 74
Noise Control
Maintenance.......................... 459
Tampering Prohibited................... 460
Noise Emission Warranty...............458,461
Occupant Restraints....................... 33
Occupant Restraints (2500/3500/Mega Cab Only) . . 33
Odometer..........................201,206
Trip .............................201,206
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road)............ 319
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement)............ 319
Oil Change Indicator................153,156,512
Oil Change Indicator, Reset................. 153
Oil, Engine............................ 488
Capacity............................ 487
Change Interval....................415,416
Dipstick............................. 414
Disposal............................ 421
INDEX 543
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