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3. Pull the bulb straight from it's socket and replace.FLUID AND CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Appoximate)
6.7L HO Turbo Diesel
Engine
Standard Rear Tank 52 gal. 197 L
Optional Midship Tank 22 gal. 83L
Fuel (Appoximate)
5.7L Gas Engine
Standard Rear Tank 52 gal. 197L
Optional Midship Tank 22 gal. 83L
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U.S. Metric
Engine Oil (with filter)
6.7L HO Turbo Diesel
Engine (SAE 15W-40, API
CJ-4 Certified, that meets
CES 20081 Standards.)12 qts. 11.4L
5.7L Gas Engine V-8 (SAE
5W-30, API Certified).
For trucks operating un-
der a gross combined
weight ratinggreater
than 14,000 lbs.7.0 qts. 6.6L
5.7L Gas Engine V-8 (SAE
5W-20, API Certified).
For trucks operating un-
der a gross combined
weight ratinglessthan
14,000 lbs.7.0 qts. 6.6LU.S. Metric
Cooling System
6.7L Diesel Engine I-6 22.6 qts. 21.4L
5.7L Gas Engine (Mopart
Antifreeze/Coolant 5
Year/100,000 Mile For-
mula) or equivalent18.7 qts. 17.7L
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Engine Coolant MopartAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid
Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent.
6.7L HO Turbo Diesel Engine Oil Use (SAE 15W-40, API CJ-4 Certified, that meets CES 20081 Standards.)
5.7L Gas Engine Oil (For trucks operating
under a gross combined weight ratingless
than 14,000 lbs.)
Use SAE 5W-20, API Certified, meeting material standard MS-6395.
5.7L Gas Engine Oil (For trucks operating
under a gross combined weight rating
greater
than 14,000 lbs.)
Use SAE 5W-30, API Certified, meeting material standard MS-6395.
Engine Oil Filter (5.7L Gas Engine
)MopartEngine Oil Filter, P/N 5281090 or equivalent.
Engine Oil Filter (6.7L Diesel Engine
)MopartEngine Oil Filter, P/N 05083285AA or equivalent.
Engine Fuel Filter (6.7L Diesel Engine
)MopartFuel Filter, P/N 05183410AA or equivalent. Must meet 7 micron
rating.Using a fuel filter that does not meet the manufacturers filtration
and water separating requirements can severely impact fuel system life
and reliability.
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Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Crankcase Ventilation Filter (6.7L Diesel
Engine
)
MopartCCV Filter, P/N 68001433AA or equivalent.
Fuel Selection (5.7L Gas Engine
)89 Octane, (R+M)/2 Method, Mid-Grade Preferred (87 Octane acceptable).
Fuel Selection (6.7L Diesel Engine
)Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in your vehicle.
Federal law requires that you must fuel this vehicle with Ultra Low Sulfur
Highway Diesel fuel (15 ppm Sulfur maximum) and prohibits the use of
Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (500 ppm Sulfur maximum) to avoid
damage to the emissions control system. For most year-round service, No.
2 diesel fuel meeting ASTM specification D-975 Grade S15 will provide
good performance. If the vehicle is exposed to extreme cold (below 20ÉF
or -7ÉC), or is required to operate at colder-than-normal conditions for
prolonged periods, use climatized No. 2 diesel fuel or dilute the No. 2
diesel fuel with 50% No. 1 diesel fuel. This will provide better protection
from fuel gelling or wax-plugging of the fuel filters.This vehicle is fully
compatible with biodiesel blends up to 5% biodiesel meeting ASTM
specification D-975.
Spark Plugs (5.7L Engine) REC14MCC4 (Gap 0.043º)
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
CONTENTS
mEmission Control System Maintenance........480
mMaintenance Schedules Ð 6.7L Turbo Diesel....480
NOil Change Indicator System.............482NMaintenance Schedule..................483
mMaintenance Schedule Ð 5.7L Gas Engine.....491
NRequired Maintenance Intervals...........494
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The ªScheduledº maintenance services, listed inbold
typein this section (Section 8) must be done at the times
or mileages specified to assure the continued proper
functioning of the emission control system. These, and all
other maintenance services included in this manual,
should be done to provide best vehicle performance and
reliability. More frequent maintenance may be needed for
vehicles in severe operating conditions such as dusty
areas and very short trip driving.
Inspection and service also should be done any time a
malfunction is suspected.
NOTE:Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emis-
sion control devices and systems on your vehicle may be
performed by any automotive repair establishment or
individual using any automotive part which has been
certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or, in the State of Califor-
nia, California Air Resources Board regulations.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Ð 6.7L TURBO
DIESEL
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
At Each Stop for Fuel
²Check the engine oil level about 30 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.
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²Check 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.
Once a Month
²Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
²Inspect the batteries and clean and tighten the termi-
nals as required.
²Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, transmis-
sion and transfer case (if equipped), add as needed.
²Check master cylinder reservoir fluid level for indica-
tions of brake maintenance.
²Check Filter MinderŸ. Replace air cleaner filter
element if necessary.
²Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
²Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the exhaust system.
²Inspect the brake hoses.
²Inspect the U-Joints ( if equipped) and front suspen-
sion components.
²Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
²Check the manual transmission fluid level.
²Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
²Lubricate outer tie rod ends (4X4) models only.
²Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4).
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Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
Oil Change Indicator System
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
indicator system. This system will alert you when it is
time to change your engine oil by displaying the words
ªOil Change Requiredº on your Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC). The engine oil change indicator
system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil
change interval may fluctuate depending on your per-
sonal driving style. Driving styles such as frequent stopand go type driving can increase the frequency of the
engine oil change. This is the result of more frequent
regeneration of the exhaust aftertreatment system, which
can decrease the life of the engine oil. Failure to change
the engine oil per the maintenance schedule can result in
internal engine damage.
For information on resetting the Oil Change Indicator
message, refer to ªOil Change Required ± If Equipped,º
under ªSystem Status (EVIC Displays)º in the ªElectronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)º Section of this
manual.
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