2014 Ram 2500 spark plugs

ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Oil – 5.7L Engine For
2500/3500 trucks operating un-
der a gross combined weight rat-
inggreater 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 such as MOPAR®, Penn-
zoil®, Shell Helix® or equivalent. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct
SAE grade.
Engine Oil – 6.4L For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating
conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that
meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SN. The manufacturer
recommends the use of Pennzoil Ultra™ 0W-40 or equivalent MOPAR® engine
oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12633 for use in
all operating temperatures.
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR® brand Engine Oil Filters.
Spark Plugs – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm])
Spark Plugs – 5.7L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm])
Spark Plugs – 6.4L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm])
Fuel Selection – 3.6L Engine 87 Octane
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 745

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, replace
as necessary. XXX X X X X
Adjust parking brake as neces-
sary.XXX X X X X
Inspect transfer case fluid. XX X
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. XX X X X
Replace spark plugs
(3.6L engine).** X
Replace spark plugs
(5.7L engine).** X
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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
Replace spark plugs (6.4L en-
gine).** X
Flush and replace the engine
coolant at 10 years or 150,000
miles (240,000 km) whichever
comes first. XX
Change automatic transmission
fluid and filter(s) (six-speed auto-
matic only), if using your vehicle
for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent
trailer towing. X
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 755

Side Airbag..............................76
Signals, Turn .............................119
Sliding Rear Window Power .............................. .237
SmartBeams ............................ .165
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...................552
Snow Plow ............................. .601
Snow Tires ............................. .544
Spare Tire .............................. .546
Spark Plugs ............................ .744
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................181
Speedometer ............................ .283
Stabilizer/Sway Bar System ..................464
Starting .................................33
Automatic Transmission ..................385
Cold Weather ......................... .387
Engine Fails to Start .....................387
Remote ...............................33
Starting Procedures (Gas Engines) .............384Steering
Power .............................. .509
Wheel, Heated ........................ .178
Wheel, Tilt ........................... .177
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............353
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .353
Storage Compartment, Center Seat .............231
Storage, Vehicle .......................... .375
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... .730
Sun Roof .............................. .216
Supplemental Tire Pressure Information .........551
Suspension, Air .......................... .451
Sway Control, Trailer ...................... .528
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... .688
System, Remote Starting .....................33
Tachometer ............................. .278
Tailgate ............................... .257
Tilt Steering Column ...................... .177
Tip Start ............................... .385
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