2014 Ram 1500 fuel

JUMP-STARTING
• If your vehicle has a discharged bat-tery it can be jump-started using a
set of jumper cables and a battery in
another vehicle or by using a portable
battery booster pack.
• Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the
procedures in this section carefully.
NOTE:
When using a portable battery booster
pack follow the manufacturer’s operating
instructions and precautions.
Preparations For Jump-Start
• The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment, behind the left headlight assembly.
NOTE:
The positive battery post is covered with a protective cap. Lift up on the cap to gain
access to the positive battery post.
• Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to OFF.
• Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories.
• If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
Jump-Starting Procedure
1. Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to the positive (+)post of the
vehicle with the discharged battery.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper cable to the positive (+)post
of the booster battery.
3. Connect the negative (-)end of the jumper cable to the negative (-)post of the
booster battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper cable to a good engine ground
(exposed metal part of the discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery and
the fuel injection system.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or
Genuine Part Capacities
Power Steering Reservoir –
2500/3500 Models We recommend you use
MOPAR
®Power Steering
Fluid +4 or MOPAR®
ATF+4®Automatic
Transmission Fluid. —
Fuel Selection 3.6L 87 Octane1500 Regular Cab
Shortbed/Crew Quad Cab - 26 Gallons (98 Liters) (Approximate)
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)
Fuel Selection 5.7L 87 Octane Acceptable.
89 Octane Recommended. 1500 Regular Cab
Shortbed/Crew Quad Cab - 26 Gallons (98 Liters) (Approximate)
1500 Regular Cab
Longbed/Crew Quad Cab (Optional) - 32 Gallons
(121 Liters) (Approximate) 2500/3500 Shortbed -
31 Gallons (117 Liters) (Approximate)
2500/3500 Longbed -
32 Gallons (121 Liters) (Approximate)
Fuel Selection 6.4L 87 Octane2500/3500 Shortbed -
34 Gallons (129 Liters)
(Approximate) 2500/3500 Longbed - 35 Gallons
(132 Liters) (Approximate)
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or
Genuine Part Capacities
Fuel Selection 3.0L Turbo
Diesel – 1500 Models Only Use good quality diesel
fuel from a reputable
supplier in your vehicle.
Federal law requires that
you must fuel this vehicle with Ultra Low SulfurHighway Diesel fuel
(15 ppm Sulfur maximum) and prohibits the use of
Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (500 ppm Sulfur
maximum) to avoid damage to the emissions controlsystem. For most year-
round service, No. 2 diesel
fuel meeting ASTM specifi- cation D-975 Grade S15will provide good perfor-
mance. We recommend you useablendofupto5%
biodiesel, meeting ASTM specification D-975 with your diesel engine.
If the vehicle is exposed to extreme cold (below 20°For -7°C), or is required to operate at colder-than-normal conditions for
prolonged periods, use
climatized No. 2 diesel fuel or dilute the
No. 2 diesel fuel with 50% No. 1 diesel fuel. This will provide better protectionfrom fuel gelling or wax-
plugging of the fuel filter. This vehicle is compatible
with biodiesel blends greater than 5% but no greater than 20% biodiesel meeting
ASTM specification D-7467 provided the shortened
maintenance intervals are followed as directed. 26 Gallons (98.5 Liters)
(Approximate)
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ComponentFluid, 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 SulfurHighway Diesel fuel
(15 ppm Sulfur maximum) and prohibits the use of
Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (500 ppm Sulfur
maximum) to avoid damage to the emissions controlsystem. For most year-
round service, No. 2 diesel
fuel meeting ASTM specifi- cation D-975 Grade S15will provide good perfor-mance. If the vehicle is
exposed to extreme cold
(below 20°F or -7°C), or is required to operate atcolder-than-normal
conditions for prolonged periods, use climatized
No. 2 diesel fuel or dilute the No. 2 diesel fuel with 50% No. 1 diesel fuel.
This will provide better pro- tection from fuel gelling or wax-plugging of the fuel
filters. This vehicle is fully
compatible with biodiesel
blends up to 5% biodiesel
meeting ASTM specification D-975. Pickup models,
and Chassis Cab models configured with optional
B20 capability, are addi- tionally compatible with20% biodiesel meeting ASTM specification
D-7467 if the Bio-Diesel
Fuel Requirements listed in the Owner’s Manual
Diesel Supplement are fully complied with. 2500/3500 Standard Cab
(Longbed) Models -
28 Gallons (106 Liters) 2500/3500 Crew/Mega
Cab (Shortbed) Models - 31 Gallons (117 Liters) 2500/3500 Crew Cab (Longbed) Models -
32 Gallons (121 Liters) Standard Rear Tank -
52 Gallons (197 Liters)
Optional Midship Tank - 22 Gallons (83 Liters)
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or
Genuine Part Capacities
Engine Oil Filter
3.0L, 6.7L Diesel Engine We recommend you
use MOPAR
®Engine
Oil Filters. —
Engine Fuel Filter
3.0L Turbo Diesel –
1500 Models Only We recommend you use
MOPAR
®Fuel Filter.
Must meet 3 micron rating. Using a fuel filter that does
not meet the manufacturers
filtration and water separat- ing requirements can
severely impact fuel system life and reliability. —
Engine Fuel Filter
6.7L Turbo Diesel We recommend you use
MOPAR
®Fuel Filter.
Must meet 3 micron rating. Using a fuel filter that does
not meet the manufacturers
filtration and water separat- ing 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 –
Eight-Speed Automatic
3.0 Turbo Diesel –
1500 Models Only We recommend you use
MOPAR
®ZF 8&9 Speed
ATF™ Automatic
Transmission Fluid. —
Automatic Transmission –
Six-Speed Automatic –
68RFE We recommend you use
MOPAR
®ATF+4®Auto-
matic Transmission Fluid. —
Automatic Transmission –
Six-Speed AISIN HD
Automatic MOPAR
®ASRC Automatic
Transmission Fluid or equivalent. —
Clutch Linkage We recommend you use
MOPAR
®Multi-Purpose
Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P. —
Manual Transmission
G-56 – 6.7L Diesel Engine We recommend you use
MOPAR
®ATF+4®Auto-
matic Transmission Fluid. —
Transfer Case We recommend you use
MOPAR
®BW44–44
Transfer Case Fluid. —
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CAUTION!
• Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic AdditiveTechnology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and
may decrease corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine
coolant is different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive
Technology (HOAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible”
coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into
the cooling system in an emergency, the cooling system will need to be drained,
flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106), by an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be
compatible with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze)
is not recommended.
E-85 Flexible Fuel — 3.6L Engine Only
CAUTION!
Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label or a yellow gas cap can operate on
E-85.
Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
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).
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Maintenance Chart — Diesel Fuel Up To B5 Biodiesel (1500 Diesel)
Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
10,000
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: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
16,000
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
Completely fill the Diesel Exhaust Fluid tank. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace
if necessary. XXX X X X X
Inspect the front and rear axle fluid. 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
the axle fluid. XXX X X X X
Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function. X X XXX XX
Inspect transfer case fluid. XX X X
Additional Maintenance
Replace fuel filter and drain water from the fuel filter
assembly. XX X X X
Replace engine air filter. XX X X X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X XXX XX
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or
150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. XX
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — B6 TO B20 BIODIESEL (1500 DIESEL)
NOTE:
• Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 8,000 miles(12 875 km) or six months, whichever comes first when using Biodiesel blends
greater than 5% (B5).
• The owner is required to monitor mileage for B6-B20 biodiesel, the automatic oil change indicator system does not reflect the use of biofuels.
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, power steering
and transmission as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
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.
• Completely fill the Diesel Exhaust Fluid tank.
• 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.
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