2013 Ram 1500 transfer case

NOTE:When refilling an axle with a Limited Slip Differ-
ential, the Limited Slip Additive should be added before
the gear lubricant is added to insure proper additive fill.
Transfer Case
Drain And Refill
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Lubricant Selection
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Fluid Level Check
This fluid level can be checked by removing the filler
plug. The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the
filler plug hole with the vehicle in a level position.
Automatic Transmission
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer ’s recommended transmission
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for fluid specifications. It is
important to maintain the transmission fluid at the
correct level using the recommended fluid. No chemical
flushes should be used in any transmission; only the
approved lubricant should be used.
658 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cavity Car-tridgeFuse Micro
Fuse Description
F88 15 Amp
Blue Instrument Panel
Cluster
F90/F91 20 Amp
Yellow Power Outlet (Rear
seats) Customer Selectable
F93 20 Amp
Yellow Cigar Lighter
F94 10 Amp
Red Shifter / Transfer
Case Module
F95 10 Amp
Red Rear Camera /
Park Assist
F96 10 Amp
Red Rear Seat Heater
SwitchCavity Car- tridgeFuse Micro
Fuse Description
F97 25 Amp
Natural Rear Heated Seats
& Heated Steering Wheel – IfEquipped
F98 25 Amp
Natural Front Heated Seats
– If Equipped
F99 10 Amp
Red Climate Control
F101 15 Amp
Blue Electrochromatic
Mirror / Smart
High Beams – If Equipped
F104 20 Amp
Yellow Power Outlets (In-
strument Panel/Center Console)
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Transfer Case – BW44–44 Only We recommend you use MOPAR® BW44–44 Transfer
Case Fluid.
Front Axle – 1500 Four-Wheel Drive Models We recommend you use MOPARGL-5 Synthetic Axle
Lubricant SAE 75W-85.
Rear Axle – 1500 Models We recommend you use MOPAR® Synthetic Gear Lu-
bricant SAE 75W-140 (MS-8985). Limited-Slip Rear Ax-
les require the addition of 5 oz. (148 ml) MOPAR®
Limited Slip Additive (MS-10111).
Front and Rear Axle – 2500/3500 Models We recommend you use Synthetic, GL-5 SAE, 75W-90.
Limited-Slip 10.5/11.5 inch Rear Axles Limited slip
additive is not required.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3. If DOT 3
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir– 2500/3500 Models We recommend you use MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid
+4 or MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 693

Mileage 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
Inspect the brake linings, parking
brake function. XXX X X X X
Inspect transfer case fluid. X X X
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. XX 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
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 699

Mileage 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
Change automatic transmission
fluid and filter. X
Inspect the transfer case fluid,
change for any of the following:
police, taxi, fleet, or frequent
trailer towing. X
Change the transfer case fluid. X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if
necessary. X
** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only,
yearly intervals do not apply.
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 701

Daytime Running Lights....................163
Dealer Service ........................... .635
Defroster, Rear Window .....................225
Defroster, Windshield ..................... .122
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................173
Differential, Limited-Slip ....................440
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................623
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................651
Door Locks ..............................34
Door Locks, Automatic ......................37
Driving Off-Pavement ......................... .421
Off-Road ............................ .421
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .442
Dual Rear Wheels ........................ .507E-85 Fuel
.............................. .526
Electrical Power Outlets .....................208
Electric Rear Window Defrost .................225
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case .............390
Electronic Brake Control System ...............470
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................470
Brake Assist System .....................471
Traction Control System ...................471
Electronic Range Select (ERS) .................361
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........180
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............475
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......193
Emergency Brake ........................ .467
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................616
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................571
Jump Starting ......................... .612
Tow Hooks ........................... .618
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........634
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INDEX 717

Cap Top Clearance..................... .686
Cargo .............................. .170
Center Mounted Stop ....................684
Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator) .........257
Courtesy/Reading ..................... .168
Daytime Running ...................... .163
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator .....480
Exterior ............................. .124
Fog ................................ .166
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator ................390
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................571
Headlights ........................... .162
High Beam ........................... .172
High Beam Indicator .....................261
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............172
Illuminated Entry ........................22
Instrument Cluster ..................... .257
Interior ............................. .167
Oil Pressure .......................... .262Passing
............................. .172
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .261
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ...............262
Service .............................. .678
Side Marker .......................... .688
SmartBeams .......................... .164
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ...............262
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............262
Traction Control ....................... .480
Transfer Case ......................... .390
Turn Signal .......................... .124
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ......257
Limited-Slip Differential ....................440
Loading Vehicle ......................... .532
Tires ............................... .488
Locks ..................................34
Automatic Door .........................37
Child

Protection .........................38
Door .................................34
722 INDEX

Sunroof............................. .205
Windows ..............................44
Power Steering Fluid ...................... .692
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................65
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................63
Programmable Electronic Features .............285
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry). . .23
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .496
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........648
Radio Operation ......................... .314
Rain Sensitive Wiper System .................175
Ramp Travel Index ....................... .422
Rear Axle (Differential) .....................656
Rear Cargo Area Utility Rails .................243
Rear Park Sense System .....................184
Rear Seat, Folding ........................ .151
Rear Window Features .....................225 Rear Window, Sliding
..................... .227
Reclining Rear Seats ...................... .150
Recorder, Event Data .......................83
Recreational Towing ...................... .561
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) ........564
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) ......567
Reformulated Gasoline .....................522
Refrigerant ............................. .643
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................64
Remote Control Starting System .........................31
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..................23
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........312
Remote Starting System ......................31
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .678
Replacement Keys .........................19
Replacement Parts ........................ .635
Replacement Tires ........................ .502
Reporting Safety Defects ....................709
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