2009 DODGE RAM 3500 DIESEL brake fluid

126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or
126 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500
(4x4) models only).
❏ Inspect the front & rear axle fluid.
Change if using your vehicle for police,
taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer
towing.Odometer Reading DateRepair Order #Dealer CodeSignature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or
132 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ If using your vehicle for any of the
following: Dusty or off-road conditions.
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter,
replace if necessary.
❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if
necessary.
❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500
(4x4) models only).Odometer Reading DateRepair Order #Dealer CodeSignature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or
138 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500
(4x4) models only).Odometer Reading DateRepair Order #Dealer CodeSignature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
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144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the
engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, replace if necessary.
❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).
❏ Inspect the front & rear axle fluid. Change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet,
off-road or frequent trailer towing.
❏ Inspect the CV Joints.
❏ Inspect exhaust system.
Odometer Reading DateRepair Order #Dealer CodeSignature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or
150 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏ Replace the spark plugs (5.7L engine).
❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500
(4x4) models only).
❏ Inspect the transfer case fluid.Odometer Reading DateRepair Order #Dealer CodeSignature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 497
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Adding Fuel........................... 379
Adjustable Pedals ....................... 141
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 434
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 435
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............435,436
Air Conditioning System ................237,435
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control ........ 240
Air Pressure, Tires .................... 355,360
Airbag ............................ 34,47,54
Airbag Light ....................... 58,75,189
Airbag On/Off Switch ..................... 54
Alarm Light ........................... 191
Alarm (Security Alarm) .................... 18
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 230
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........442,443,478
Disposal ............................ 445
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 333Anti-Lock Warning Light
...............196,332
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 18
Anti-Theft System ........................ 18
Appearance Care ........................ 452
Ashtray ............................... 164
Assistance Towing ....................... 101
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 82
Automatic Transaxle ...................... 12
Interlock System ....................... 14
Automatic Transmission Adding Fluid ......................... 451
Fluid and Filter Changes ................. 452
Fluid Level Check ................... 449,450
Fluid Type ........................ 449,480
Shifting ............................. 255
Special Additives ...................... 452
Axle Fluid .......................... 448,480
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) ............... 448510 INDEX

Bar, Stabilizer/Sway System................ 282
Battery ............................... 434
Emergency Starting ..................... 419
Saving Feature (Protection) ............... 133
Belts, Seat ............................ 35,75
Body Builders Guide ....................... 6
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 437
B-Pillar Location ........................ 350
Brake Assist System ...................... 335
Brake Control System, Electronic ............. 333
Brake Fluid ......................... 447,480
Brake System ........................ 330,447
Anti-Lock (ABS) .................... 331,333
Fluid Check .......................... 447
Master Cylinder ....................... 447
Parking ............................. 329
Warning Light ........................ 194
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 73
Bulb Replacement ....................... 465 Bulbs, Light
.......................... 76,464
Cab Top Clearance Lights .................. 473
Calibration, Compass ..................... 151
Camper ............................... 178
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 478
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) .......................... 432
Power Steering ........................ 328
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............... 444
Car Washes ............................ 453
Carbon Monoxide Warning ............74,179,379
Cargo Light ............................ 135
CD (Compact Disc) Player ...............202,216
Cellular Phone .......................... 86
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 472
Center Lap Belts ......................... 44
Center Seat Storage Compartment .........167,169
Certification Label ....................... 381
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Towing............................. 422
Emission Control System Maintenance ......429,482
Engine ............................... 427
Air Cleaner .......................... 434
Block Heater ......................... 254
Break-In Recommendations ................ 73
Compartment Identification ............... 427
Coolant (Antifreeze) .................... 479
Exhaust Gas Caution .................. 74,379
Flooded, Starting ...................... 252
Fuel Requirements ..................... 478
Oil ........................... 431,478,479
Oil Filler Cap ......................... 432
Oil Selection ....................... 432,478
Oil Synthetic ......................... 433
Temperature Gauge .................... 190
Equipment Identification Plate .............. 403
Event Data Recorder ...................... 58
Exhaust Gas Caution ..............74,179,379,439Exhaust System
....................... 74,438
Exterior Lighting ........................ 134
Exterior Lights .......................... 76
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 434
Engine Oil ........................ 433,479
Engine Oil Disposal .................... 433
Flashers Turn Signal ...................... 76,136,188
Flat Tire Stowage ..................... 408,418
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 252
Fluid, Brake ........................... 480
Fluid Capacities ......................... 478
Fluid Leaks ............................. 76
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ................. 450
Brake .............................. 447
Power Steering ........................ 328514 INDEX

Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 138
Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Operation ....................... 407,409
Jacking Instructions ...................... 407
Jump Starting .......................... 419
Key, Programming ........................ 17
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Keyless Entry System ...................... 20
Keys ................................. 12
Knee Bolster ............................ 47
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 136
Lap Belts .............................. 44
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 35
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren) .............................. 64 Latches
................................ 76
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 76
Life of Tires ............................ 359
Light Bulbs ............................. 76
Lights .............................. 76,132
Airbag .......................... 58,75,189
Alarm .............................. 191
Anti-Lock ........................... 196
Anti-Lock Warning ..................... 332
Brake Warning ........................ 194
Bulb Replacement ................... 464,465
Cap Top Clearance ..................... 473
Cargo .............................. 135
Center Mounted Stop ................... 472
Courtesy/Reading ..................... 145
Cruise .............................. 200
Daytime Running ...................... 134
Dual Wheel Assembly Rear ............... 475
INDEX 517
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INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VAN CONVERSIONS/CAMPERS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key RemovalLocking Doors With A KeySTEERING WHEEL LOCK - IF EQUIPPED To Manually Lock the Steering WheelTo Release the Steering Wheel LockAutomatic Transmission Ignition Interlock SystemSENTRY KEY Replacement
KeysCustomer Key ProgrammingGeneral InformationVEHICLE SECURITY ALARM - IF EQUIPPED Rearming of the SystemTo Set the AlarmTo Disarm the SystemILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - IF EQUIPPED To
Unlock the DoorsTo Lock the DoorsUsing the Panic AlarmProgramming Additional RKE TransmittersGeneral InformationRKE Transmitter Battery ServiceREMOTE STARTING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED How to Use Remote StartDOOR LOCKS Manual Door LocksPower
Door Locks - If EquippedChild Protection Door LockWINDOWS Power Windows-If Equipped Wind BuffetingOCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsAdjustable Upper Shoulder Belt AnchorageAutomatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode - If EquippedCenter Lap Belts
Seat Belt Pretensioners - If EquippedEnhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert) Seat Belts and Pregnant WomenSeat Belt ExtenderDriver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbags Event Data Recorder (EDR)Child Restraints
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS SAFETY TIPS Transporting PassengersExhaust GasSafety Checks You Should Make Inside the VehiclePeriodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the VehicleUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
MIRRORS Inside Day/Night MirrorAutomatic Dimming Mirror - If EquippedOutside MirrorsOutside Mirrors Folding FeaturePower Mirrors - If EquippedHeated Mirrors - If EquippedTrailer Towing Mirrors - If Equippeduconnect phone - IF EQUIPPED OperationPhone Call
Featuresuconnect phone FeaturesAdvanced Phone ConnectivityThings You Should Know About Your uconnect phoneGeneral InformationVOICE RECOGNITION (VR) SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Voice Recognition (VR) System OperationCommandsVoice TrainingSEATS
Manual Seat Adjuster - If EquippedReclining Seats (Quad Cab Models)Reclining Seats (2500/3500 Models)Adjustable Head RestraintsManual Lumbar Support - If EquippedPower Seats - If EquippedRear Seat FeaturesHeated Seats - If EquippedTO OPEN AND CLOSE
THE HOOD LIGHTS Interior LightsBattery SaverHeadlight DelayHeadlights, Parking Lights and Panel LightsDaytime Running Lights (Canada Only and Fleet Vehicles)Lights-on ReminderFog Lights - If EquippedCargo Light - If EquippedMultifunction LeverWINDSHIELD
WIPERS AND WASHERS Intermittent Wiper SystemWindshield WashersTILT STEERING COLUMN DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS - IF EQUIPPED AdjustmentELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED To ActivateTo Set a Desired SpeedTo DeactivateTo Resume
SpeedTo Vary the Speed SettingTo Accelerate for PassingOVERHEAD CONSOLE - IF EQUIPPED Courtesy/Reading LightsOVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH COMPASS/TEMPERATURE MINI-TRIP COMPUTER - IF EQUIPPED US/M ButtonReset ButtonGlobal ResetStep
ButtonAverage Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)Distance To Empty (DTE)Trip Odometer (ODO)Elapsed Time (ET)C/T ButtonAutomatic Compass CalibrationManual Compass CalibrationRecalibrating The CompassOutside TemperatureGARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED
Programming HomeLinkGate Operator/Canadian ProgrammingUsing HomeLinkReprogramming A Single HomeLink ButtonSecurityTroubleshooting TipsGeneral InformationPOWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED Open Sunroof - Express ModeClosing Sunroof - ExpressPinch
Protect FeaturePinch Protect OverrideVenting Sunroof - ExpressSunshade OperationWind BuffetingSunroof MaintenanceSunroof Fully ClosedELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders
(40-20-40 Seats) - Automatic TransmissionFront Instrument Panel Cupholders (Bucket Seats)Rear Cupholder (Quad Cab) - If EquippedSTORAGE Center Storage Compartment (40-20-40 Seat) - If EquippedCenter Storage Compartment (Bucket Seats) - If EquippedStorage
and Seats (Quad Cab Models)Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers - If EquippedREAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Defroster and Heated Outside Mirrors - If EquippedPower Sliding Rear Window - If EquippedSliding Rear Window - If EquippedFOLD FLAT LOAD FLOOR
- IF EQUIPPED PICKUP BOX SLIDE-IN CAMPERS Camper ApplicationsEASY-OFF TAILGATE UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES RAM TRUCK POWER WAGON INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - BASE INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER - PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK Clock Setting ProcedureSALES CODE RAQ - AM/FM/CD (6-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL uconnect studios (SATELLITE RADIO), uconnect phone, AND VIDEO
ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS (VES) CAPABILITIES Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperation Instructions - (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play)Notes On Playing MP3 FilesOperation Instructions - (CD Mode for MP3 Audio
Play)LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)SALES CODE REF - AM/FM/CD (SINGLE-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL uconnect studios (SATELLITE RADIO) AND uconnect phone CAPABILITY Operating Instructions - Radio ModeOperating Instructions - CD Mode
Operating Instructions - Auxiliary ModeOperating Instructions - uconnect phone - If EquippedOperating Instructions - uconnect studios (Satellite Radio) - If EquippedSALES CODE REC - AM/FM/CD (6-DISC) RADIO WITH uconnect gps (NAVIGATION) Operating Instructions
- uconnect studios (Satellite Radio) - If EquippedREC Setting the Clockuconnect studios (SATELLITE RADIO) - IF EQUIPPED System ActivationElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)Selecting uconnect studios (Satellite) Mode in REF, RAQ, And
RAK RadiosSelecting A ChannelStoring And Selecting Preset ChannelsUsing The PTY (Program Type) Button - If EquippedPTY Button SCANPTY Button SEEKSatellite AntennaReception QualityVIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES) - IF EQUIPPED REMOTE SOUND
SYSTEM CONTROLS - IF EQUIPPED Radio OperationCD PlayerCD/DVD MAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES CLIMATE CONTROLS Heater Only - If Equipped Air Conditioning and Heating - If Equipped Air Conditioning with Dual Zone
Temperature Control - If EquippedOperating TipsOperating Tips Chart STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Normal StartingAutomatic TransmissionIf Engine Fails To StartAfter StartingENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission with OverdriveFOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION - IF EQUIPPED Manually Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/PrecautionsShifting Procedure - Manually Shifted Transfer Case Transfer Case Position Indicator Light
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions (Five Position Switch) - If EquippedShifting Procedure - Electronically Shifted Transfer CaseElectronically Shifted Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions (Four Position Switch) - If Equipped
Shifting Procedure - Electronically Shifted Transfer CaseAXLE LOCKER SYSTEM - POWER WAGON ONLY STABILIZER/SWAY BAR SYSTEM - POWER WAGON ONLY SAFE OFF-ROAD DRIVING - POWER WAGON ONLY Off-Road Driving Tips and Vehicle
CharacteristicsDriving In Snow, Mud And SandCrossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High Points)Hill ClimbingDriving Through WaterAiring Down For Off-Road DrivingVehicle RecoveryAfter Driving Off-RoadLIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL - IF EQUIPPED DRIVING ON
SLIPPERY SURFACES DRIVING THROUGH WATER Flowing/Rising WaterShallow Standing WaterDRIVING OFF-ROAD - RAM TRUCK ONLY WINCH USAGE - IF EQUIPPED (POWER WAGON ONLY) Things To Know Before Using Your WinchUnderstanding The Features
Of Your Winch Winch AccessoriesOperating Your WinchRigging TechniquesPOWER STEERING Power Steering Fluid CheckPARKING BRAKE BRAKE SYSTEM 3500 Dual Rear Wheel Models OnlyFour-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake SystemELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL
SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)Traction Control System (TCS)Brake Assist System (BAS)Hill Start Assist (HSA)Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)Electronic Stability Program (ESP)TSC (Trailer Sway Control)TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings
Tire Identification Number (TIN)Tire Loading and Tire PressureTIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION Tire PressureTire Inflation PressuresTire Pressures for High Speed OperationRadial Ply TiresTire SpinningTread Wear IndicatorsLife of TireReplacement TiresSUPPLEMENTAL
TIRE PRESSURE
INFORMATION - IF EQUIPPED TIRE CHAINS SNOW TIRES TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Dual Rear Wheels TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) - IF EQUIPPED Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Tire Light Load Inflation Switch Description
- If EquippedTire Pressure Monitor System ComponentsGeneral InformationFUEL REQUIREMENTS Reformulated GasolineGasoline/Oxygenate BlendsE-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel VehiclesMMT In GasolineMaterials Added To FuelFuel System CautionsCarbon Monoxide
WarningsADDING FUEL Loose Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) MessageVEHICLE LOADING Certification LabelTRAILER TOWING Common Towing DefinitionsTrailer Hitch ClassificationTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)Trailer and Tongue WeightTowing
RequirementsTowing TipsSNOWPLOW RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive ModelsRecreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive ModelsEQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION PLATE WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER JACKING INSTRUCTIONS Jack LocationRemoving The Spare TireTire Changing ProcedurePreparationsInstructionsHub Caps/Wheel CoversHOISTING JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE EMERGENCY TOW
HOOKS - IF EQUIPPED TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE 4-Wheel Drive Vehicles2-Wheel Drive VehiclesMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT- 5.7L ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageEMISSIONS
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS REPLACEMENT PARTS DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Engine OilEngine Oil FilterEngine Air Cleaner FilterMaintenance-Free BatteryAir Conditioner MaintenanceFront Prop Shaft Lubrication -
2500/3500 (4X4) ModelsBody LubricationWindshield Wiper BladesAdding Washer FluidExhaust SystemCooling SystemBrake SystemRear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid LevelTransfer CaseAutomatic TransmissionAppearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
FUSES Integrated Power ModuleVEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT Headlight (Halogen)/Front Park and Turn LightsFog LightsTail, Stop, Turn and Backup LightsCenter High-Mounted Stoplight (CHMSL) With Cargo LightCab Top
Clearance Lights - If EquippedTailgate ID Lights (Dual Rear Wheels) - If EquippedRear Light Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheel) - If EquippedSide Marker Lights (Dual Rear Wheels) FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS EngineChassis
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Required Maintenance IntervalsIF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For
The AppointmentPrepare A ListBe Reasonable With RequestsIF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE Chrysler LLC Customer CenterChrysler Canada Inc. Customer CenterIn Mexico contactCustomer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)Service Contract
WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) MOPAR PARTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In The 50 United States And Washington, D.CIn CanadaPUBLICATION ORDER FORMS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES
TreadwearTraction GradesTemperature GradesINDEX