2013 Ram 1500 engine oil

- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
•
This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
• If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed
in the PARK position; the light should turn off.
• If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see an authorized service center immediately. If the light is
flashing when the engine is running, immediate service is required and you may
experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your
vehicle may require towing.
- Air Bag Warning Light
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately.
- SERV (Service) 4WD Indicator Light
• The SERV 4WD light monitors the electric shift four-wheel drive system. If the SERV 4WD light stays on or comes on during driving, it means that the four-wheel
drive system is not functioning properly and that service is required.
• For vehicles equipped with a premium cluster this indicator will display in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
- Transmission Temperature Warning Light
• This light indicates that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature that might occur with severe usage such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, stop the
vehicle and run the engine at idle, with the transmission in NEUTRAL, until the
light turns off. Once the light turns off, you may continue to drive normally.
OIL CHANGE EVIC INDICATOR
Message
•If an “oil change” message (shown as "Change Oil Soon" and "Oil Change Needed")
appears and a single chime sounds, it is time for your next required oil change.
Resetting The Light After Servicing
• Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do not start engine).
• Fully depress the accelerator pedal three times within 10 seconds.
• Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.
- Low Coolant Level Indicator Light
• This light indicates low coolant level. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible.
• We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
Gasoline Versions
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities
Engine Coolant
3.6L, 4.7L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula OAT
(Organic Additive Technology). 14 Quarts (13 Liters)
Engine Coolant
5.7L 1500 Models We recommend you use MOPAR
®
Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula OAT
(Organic Additive Technology). 16 Quarts (15 Liters)
Engine Coolant
5.7L 2500/3500 Models We recommend you use MOPAR
®
Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula OAT
(Organic Additive Technology) .18.7 Quarts (17.7 Liters)
Engine Coolant
5.7L 2500/3500
Models w/Heavy Duty We recommend you use MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula OAT
(Organic Additive Technology) .19.2 Quarts (18.2 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter 3.6L, 4.7L, 5.7L We recommend you use
API certified 5W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements ofChrysler Material Standard
MS-6395. Refer to you oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. 3.6L Engine - 6 Quarts
(5.7 Liters)
4.7L Engine - 6 Quarts (5.7 Liters)
5.7L Engine - 7 Quarts (6.6 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter 5.7L
For 2500/3500 trucksoperating with a gross combined weight
rating greater than
14,000 lbs/(6,350 kg)
We recommend you use
API Certified SAE 5W-30 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard
MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filter cap for correct SAE grade. 5.7L Engine - 7 Quarts
(6.6 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter
3.6L, 4.7L, 5.7L We recommend you use MOPAR
®
Engine Oil Filters.
—
Spark Plug 3.6L We recommend you use MOPAR®
Spark Plugs. —
Spark Plug 4.7L We recommend you use MOPAR®
Spark Plugs. —
Spark Plug 5.7L We recommend you use MOPAR®
Spark Plugs. —
Automatic
Transmission —
Eight-Speed AutomaticWe recommend you use Mopar®
ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmission Fluid. —
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Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities
Fuel Selection 5.7L 87 Octane Acceptable. 89 Octane Recommended. 1500 Regular
Cab Shortbed/Crew Quad Cab - 26 Gallons
(98 Liters) (Approxi-
mate) 1500 Regular
Cab Longbed/Crew Quad Cab (Optional) -
32 Gallons (121 Liters) (Approximate)
2500/3500 Shortbed -
34 Gallons (129 Liters) (Approximate)
2500/3500 Longbed -
35 Gallons (132 Liters) (Approximate)
Diesel Versions
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities
Engine Coolant
6.7L Turbo Diesel Engine We recommend you use MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Coolant Ten Year/
150,000 Mile Formula OAT
(Organic Additive Technology). 5.7 Gallons (21.4 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter
6.7L Turbo Diesel EngineIn ambient temperatures below
0°F (-18°C), We recommend you use 5W-40 synthetic engine oil that meets Chrysler MaterialsStandard MS-10902 and the
API CJ-4 engine oil category is
required. In ambient temperatures above 0°F (-18°C), We recom-
mend you use 15W-40 engine oil that meets Chrysler MaterialsStandard MS-10902 and the API CJ-4 engine oil category is required. 12 Quarts (11.4 Liters)
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Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities
Fuel Selection
6.7L Turbo Diesel 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 LowSulfur 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 20°F or -7°C), or is
required to operate at colder-
than-normal conditions for pro- longed 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 gellingor wax-plugging of the fuel filters. This vehicle is fully compatible with biodiesel blends up to
5% biodiesel meeting ASTM specification D-975. Standard Rear Tank -
52 Gallons (197 Liters)
Optional Midship Tank - 22 Gallons (83 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter 6.7L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR
®
Engine Oil Filters.
—
Engine Fuel Filter 6.7L Turbo Diesel We recommend you use MOPAR®
Fuel Filter. Must meet 5 micron
rating. Using a fuel filter that
does not meet the manufacturer's filtration and water separating
requirements can severely impact fuel system life and reliability. —
Crankcase Ventilation Filter 6.7L Turbo Diesel We recommend you use
MOPAR
®CCV Filter. —
Automatic
Transmission
(5-Speed 545RFE) MOPAR
®ATF+4®Automatic
Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4
®product. —
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE – GASOLINE ENGINE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change
indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled
maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will
illuminate. This means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures,
and E85 fuel usage will influence when the “Oil Change Required” message is
displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the change oil message to
illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle
serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing
the scheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps
described under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Re-
quired” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
or twelve months, whichever comes first.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, powersteering (2500/3500 Models Only) and automatic transmission (six-speed only) as
needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
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Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for required maintenance.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
• Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil
indicator system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions.
• Lube the front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).
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Maintenance Chart – Gasoline EngineMileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and
replace if necessary.
XX X X X X X
Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces.
If gear oil leakage is suspected, check the
fluid level. If using your vehicle for police,
taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing,
change axle fluid. XX X X X X XInspect the brake linings, parking brake function.
XX X X X X X
Inspect transfer case fluid. X X X
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. X X X X X
Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine).** X
Replace the top row (intake side) of spark
plugs (4.7L Engine).** XX X X X
Replace the side row (exhaust side) of spark
plugs (4.7L Engine).** X
Replace spark plugs (5.7L engine).** X X X X X
Replace the ignition cables (4.7L Engine). X
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE – DIESEL ENGINE
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the
vehicle.
At Each Stop For Fuel
• Check the engine oil level at least 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.
Once A Month
• Inspect the batteries, and clean and tighten the terminals as required.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, and automatic transmission (if equipped), and add as needed.
At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the exhaust system.
• Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed
or suspected. Retain all receipts.
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 “Oil
Change Due” on your Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). The oil change
reminder will remind the owner to change the engine oil every 15,000 miles or 500
hours, whichever comes first, except for the Chassis Cab models that are using B20
biodiesel, which are 12,500 miles or 400 hours, whichever comes first. Failure to
change the engine oil per the maintenance schedule can result in internal engine
damage.
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