2011 Ram 2500 transmission

•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transmission and add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
NOTE:** Vehicles built with the 4.7L engine are
equipped with sixteen spark plugs. One set is located on
the top of the engine under the coils and the second set is
located on the side of the engine.
The spark plugs located under the coils are a standard
plug and must be changed every 48,000 miles
(78 000 km).
The spark plugs located on the side of the engine are a
premium plug and must be changed every 96,000 miles
(156 000 km).
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S576 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 64,000 miles (104 000 km).
❏Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏Replace the ignition cables (3.7L Engine).
❏Replace the spark plugs (3.7L and 5.7L Engines).
❏Lube the front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).
❏Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
❏Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter(s) if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
❏Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
❏Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play;
replace if necessary.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
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120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before
120,000 miles (195 000 km).
❏Lube the front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).
❏Inspect the CV joints.
❏Inspect exhaust system.
❏Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet,
off-road or frequent trailer towing.
❏Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter(s).
❏Replace the accessory drive belt(s).
Odometer Reading Date
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S586 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 535
Adding Fuel........................... 444
Adjustable Pedals....................... 133
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 526
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 528
Air Conditioning........................ 286
Air Conditioning Controls................. 286
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 297
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............528,529
Air Conditioning System.............286,290,528
Air Pressure, Tires....................412,418
Airbag..............................54,63
Airbag Deployment....................... 64
Airbag Light.....................62,67,84,220
Airbag Maintenance....................... 66
Airbag, Side..........................61,63
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)...........57,61,63
Alarm Light........................... 210
Alarm, Panic............................ 24Alarm (Security Alarm).................... 18
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 267
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..............535,569
Disposal............................ 537
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 390
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 221
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 18
Anti-Theft System........................ 18
Appearance Care........................ 546
Ashtray............................... 163
Auto Down Power Windows................ 35
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 94
Automatic Headlights.................... 123
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 290
Automatic Transmission................... 311
Adding Fluid......................... 544
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 545
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Fluid Level Check...................543,544
Fluid Type........................543,572
Gear Ranges.......................... 311
Shifting............................. 316
Special Additives...................... 546
Torque Converter...................... 316
Axle Fluid..........................541,572
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 541
Back-Up Camera........................ 147
Battery............................... 526
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 24
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 127
Belts, Seat............................40,84
Body Builders Guide....................... 6
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 529
B-Pillar Location........................ 407
Brake Assist System...................... 392
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 390Brake Fluid.........................539,572
Brake System........................390,539
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................... 390
Fluid Check.......................... 539
Master Cylinder....................... 539
Parking............................. 387
Warning Light........................ 215
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 309
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 81
Bulb Replacement....................... 559
Bulbs, Light..........................86,559
Cab Top Clearance Lights.................. 565
Calibration, Compass..................... 237
Camera, Rear........................... 147
Camper............................... 193
Capacities, Fluid........................ 569
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine).......................... 524
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INDEX 603

Coolant Level......................534,537
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 537
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 534
Inspection........................... 537
Points to Remember.................... 538
Pressure Cap......................... 536
Radiator Cap......................... 536
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......535,569,571
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 135
Cupholders............................ 166
Customer Assistance..................... 593
Data Recorder, Event...................... 67
Daytime Running Lights................... 127
Dealer Service.......................... 522
Defroster, Rear Window................... 176
Defroster, Windshield................84,288,294
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 130
Differential, Limited-Slip.................. 360Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 544
Power Steering........................ 386
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 508
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 537
Door Locks............................. 29
Door Opener, Garage..................... 151
Driving
Off-Pavement......................... 343
Off-Road............................ 343
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water........................ 362
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy.... 231
Dual Rear Wheels.....................423,498
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™).... 282
E-85 Fuel............................. 440
Electric Rear Window Defrost............... 176
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Exhaust Gas Caution...................83,440
Exhaust System.......................83,531
Exterior Lighting........................ 123
Exterior Lights.......................... 86
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 526
Engine Oil........................525,571
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 525
Flashers
Turn Signal......................86,128,206
Flat Tire Stowage........................ 500
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range....................... 443
Engine Oil........................... 443
Fuel Requirements..................440,442
Maintenance......................... 444
Replacement Parts..................... 443
Starting............................. 443Flooded Engine Starting................... 306
Fluid, Brake........................... 572
Fluid Capacities......................... 569
Fluid Leaks............................. 86
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................. 544
Brake.............................. 539
Power Steering........................ 386
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 571
Fog Lights.......................124,221,562
Fold Flat Load Floor..................... 177
Four Wheel Drive....................... 323
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 482
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 505
Front Axle (Differential)................... 541
Fuel................................. 435
Adding............................. 444
Conserving........................231,233
Ethanol............................. 437
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INDEX 607

Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH).............................. 73
Lubrication, Body....................... 529
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 526
Maintenance Procedures................... 522
Maintenance Schedule.................... 574
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine)..... 520
Manual, Service......................... 597
Manual Transmission
Fluid Level Check..................... 543
Lubricant Selection..................... 572
Memory Seat........................... 116
Methanol............................. 437
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 233
Mirrors................................ 93
Automatic Dimming..................... 94
Electric Powered....................... 96
Heated.............................. 97Memory............................. 116
Outside.............................. 94
Rearview............................. 93
Trailer Towing......................... 99
Mode
Fuel Saver........................231,233
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 424
Mopar Parts.........................521,596
MTBE/ETBE........................... 437
Multi-Displacement Engine System........... 387
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 127
Navigation System (Uconnect™ gps).......... 147
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 81
Occupant Restraints...................38,61,64
Occupant Restraints (Sedan).............57,61,63
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 435
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