2009 DODGE RAM 3500 CHASSIS CAB Owners Manual

Cab Top Clearance Lights — If Equipped
1. Remove the two screws from the top of the light.2. Rotate the socket
14turn and pull it from the light
assembly.
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3. Pull the bulb straight from its socket and replace.
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FLUID AND CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
Standard Rear Tank 52 Gallons197 Liters
Optional Midship Tank 22 Gallons83 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) (For vehicles
operating under a gross combined weight rating less
than 14,000 lbs.) 7 Quarts
6.6 Liters
5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-30, API Certified) (For vehicles
operating under a gross combined weight rating
greater than 14,000 lbs.) 7 Quarts
6.6 Liters
Cooling System
5.7L Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5
Year/100,000 Mile Formula) or equivalent. 18.7 Quarts
17.7 Liters
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant Antifreeze/Coolant 5–Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic
Additive Technology)
Engine Oil (5.7L Engine) (For ve-
hicles operating under a gross com-
bined weight rating lessthan
14,000 lbs.) Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil (5.7L Engine) (For ve-
hicles operating under a gross com-
bined weight rating greaterthan
14,000 lbs.) Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter (5.7L Engine) MOPAR Engine Oil Filter (P/N 04884899AB) or equivalent.
Spark Plugs (5.7L Engine) LZFR5C–11 (Gap 0.043 in [1.09 mm])
Fuel Selection (5.7L Engine) 87 Octane Acceptable - 89 Octane Recommended
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission (5-Speed
545RFE) MOPAR
ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid
Transfer Case MOPARATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid
Front and Rear Axle Fluid (4500/
5500) GL-5 SAE 75W-90 Synthetic (MS-9763) or equivalent.
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
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
CONTENTS
Emissions Control System Maintenance ...... 382
 Maintenance Schedule .................. 382 ▫
5.7L Gas Engine ..................... 382
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EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The Scheduled Maintenance services listed inbold type
must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure
the continued proper functioning of the emissions control
system. These and all other maintenance services in-
cluded in this manual, should be done to provide best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main-
tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions, such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving.
Inspection and service should also be done anytime a
malfunction is suspected.
NOTE: Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emis-
sions control devices and systems on your vehicle may be
performed by any automotive repair establishment or
individual using any automotive part that has been
certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or in the State of Califor-
nia, California Air Resources Board regulations.MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
5.7L Gas Engine
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
The “Change Oil” message will flash in the instrument
cluster odometer and a single chime will sound, indicat-
ing that an oil change is necessary.
Based on engine operation conditions the oil change
indicator message will illuminate, this means that service
is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced
as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
NOTE:
•The oil change indicator message will not monitor the
time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil
if it has been 6 months since your last oil change even
if the oil change indicator message is NOT illumi-
nated.
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