2011 Ram 5500 Chassis Cab engine

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 (4x4 only).
❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
❏ Inspect the front & rear axle fluid.
Change if using your vehicle for police,
taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer
towing.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature 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 (4x4 only).
❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature 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 (4x4 only).
❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
8
M
A I
N T
E
N A
N CE
S
C
H E
D
U L
E
S444 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

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.
❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, replace if necessary.
❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 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 Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature 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).
❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles
equipped with four wheel disc brakes.
❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only).
❏ Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
❏ Inspect the transfer case fluid.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
8
M
A I
N T
E
N A
N CE
S
C
H E
D
U L
E
SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 445

We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer
has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
the ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their
sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
concerns.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects, or other reproductive harm. In addi-
tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain
products of component wear contain, or emit, chemi-
cals known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the
DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group
LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
MOPARPARTS
MOPAR fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are
available from an authorized dealer. They are recom-
mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle
operating at its best.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could
cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the
manufacturer.
452 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

vehicle, system, and/or components is written in
straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams,
and charts.
•Diagnostic Procedure Manuals
Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with dia-
grams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practi-
cal manuals make it easy for students and technicians
to find and fix problems on computer-controlled ve-
hicle systems and features. They show exactly how to
find and correct problems the first time, using step-by-
step troubleshooting and drivability procedures,
proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools
and equipment.
•Owner’s Manuals
These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the
assistance of service and engineering specialists toacquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC ve-
hicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency
and maintenance procedures as well as specifications,
capabilities and safety tips.
Call toll free at:
•1–800–890–4038 (U.S.)
•1–800–387–1143 (Canada)
Or
Visit us on the Worldwide Web at:
•www.techauthority.com
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The
specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer
454 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

Adding Fuel........................... 326
Adjustable Pedals ....................... 148
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 388
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 390
Air Conditioning ........................ 249
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 249
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 260
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............390,391
Air Conditioning System .............249,253,390
Air Pressure, Tires .................... 308,317
Airbag ................................ 50
Airbag Deployment ....................... 56
Airbag Light ................... 51,55,59,75,191
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 58
Airbag, Side ............................ 54
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ............... 54
Alarm Light ........................... 183
Alarm, Panic ............................ 24
Alarm (Security Alarm) .................... 18 Alarm System (Security Alarm)
............... 18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 243
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............397,398
Capacities ........................... 426
Disposal ............................ 400
Anti-Lock Warning Light ...............191,296
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 18
Anti-Theft System ........................ 18
Appearance Care ........................ 409
Ashtray ............................... 159
Assistance Towing ....................... 102
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 35
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 82
Automatic Headlights .................... 139
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 253
Automatic Transmission Adding Fluid ......................... 407
Fluid and Filter Changes ................. 408
458 INDEX

Fluid Level Check................ 405,406,407
Fluid Type ........................ 405,428
Shifting ............................. 270
Special Additives ...................... 408
Axle Fluid ....................... 404,405,428
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) ............404,405
Battery ............................... 389
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ....... 24
Saving Feature (Protection) ............... 143
Belts, Seat ............................ 38,74
Body Builders Guide ....................... 6
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 392
B-Pillar Location ........................ 303
Brake Fluid ......................... 402,428
Brake System ........................ 295,401
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... 295
Fluid Check .......................... 402
Master Cylinder ....................... 402 Parking
............................. 292
Warning Light ........................ 188
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 269
Bulb Replacement ....................... 420
Bulbs, Light .......................... 75,420
Cab Top Clearance Lights .................. 424
Calibration, Compass ..................... 204
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ........ 426
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 426
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) .......................... 387
Power Steering ........................ 292
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............... 399
Car Washes ............................ 409
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............74,325
Cargo Light ............................ 142
Cellular Phone .......................... 87
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 423
10
INDEX 459

Center Lap Belts......................... 47
Center Seat Storage Compartment ............ 166
Certification Label ....................... 328
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 299
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) .............190,383
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 73
Checks, Safety ........................... 73
Child Restraint ........................ 61,62
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............64,68
Child Seat ............................ 62,66
Cigar Lighter ........................... 159
Cleaning Wheels ............................. 411
Climate Control ......................... 248
Clock ........................ 21 1,212,216,225
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 247
Compass .............................. 202
Compass Calibration ..................... 204 Compass Variance
....................... 204
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 201
Connector UCI ................................ 236
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ......... 236
Console, Overhead ....................... 154
Contract, Service ........................ 451
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 399
Cooling System ......................... 396
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 398
Coolant Capacity ...................... 426
Coolant Level ...................... 396,400
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 400
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 397
Inspection ........................... 400
Points to Remember .................... 400
Pressure Cap ......................... 399
Radiator Cap ......................... 399
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .........397,427
460 INDEX

Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 150
Cupholders ............................ 161
Customer Assistance ..................... 449
Daytime Running Lights ................... 143
Dealer Service .......................... 385
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 170
Defroster, Windshield ................75,251,257
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 146
Differential, Limited-Slip .................. 287
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ................. 407
Power Steering ........................ 292
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............... 400
Door Locks ............................. 28
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ 288 Dual Rear Wheels
..................... 320,366
Electric Rear Window Defrost ............... 170
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 156
Electronic Range Select (ERS) ............... 270
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 150
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .... 194
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ........... 280
Emergency Brake ........................ 292
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ............... 374
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 358
Jump Starting ......................... 370
Tow Hooks .......................... 375
Towing ............................. 376
Emission Control System Maintenance ......383,430
Engine ............................... 381
Air Cleaner .......................... 388
Block Heater ......................... 267
10
INDEX 461