2015 Ram 1500 brake

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro FuseDescription
F2220 Amp Blue
30 Amp Pink
(Cummins Diesel)
Engine Control Module
F2330 Amp PinkBody Controller #1
F2430 Amp PinkDriver Door Module
F2530 Amp PinkFront Wiper
F2630 Amp PinkAntilock Brakes/Stability Control Module/
Valves
F2820 Amp BlueTrailer Tow Backup Lights – If Equipped
F2920 Amp BlueTrailer Tow Parking Lights – If Equipped
F3030 Amp PinkTrailer Tow Receptacle
F31 30 Amp Pink (1500
LD Diesel)
Urea Heater Control – If Equipped
F3230 Amp PinkDrive Train Control Module – If Equipped
F3320 Amp BlueSpecial Services Vehicle Only
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 801

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro FuseDescription
F6510 Amp RedUSB interface
F6610 Amp Red Sunroof / Passenger Window Switches / Rain
Sensor
F6710 Amp Red CD / DVD / Bluetooth Hands-free Module – If
Equipped
F6915 Amp Blue Mod SCR 12V (Cummins Diesel) – If Equipped
F7030 Amp GreenFuel Pump Motor
F7125 Amp ClearAmplifier
F7210 Amp Red Voltage Stabilizer Modules – If Equipped
F7320 Amp Yellow Fuel Transfer Pump (HD Only) – If Equipped
F7420 Amp Yellow
(Gas Engine & 1500
LD Diesel)
10 Amp Red (Cum-
mins Diesel Engine)
Brake Vacuum Pump Gas/Diesel – If Equipped
F7510 Amp RedCoolant Temperature Valve Actuator
804 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro FuseDescription
F7610 Amp Red Antilock Brakes/Electronic Stability Control
F7710 Amp Red Drivetrain Control Module/Front Axle Discon-
nect Module
F7810 Amp Red Engine Control Module / Electric Power
Steering
F7915 Amp BlueClearance Lights
F8010 Amp Red Universal Garage Door Opener / Compass
F8120 Amp YellowTrailer Tow Right Turn/Stop Lights
F8210 Amp Red Steering Column Control Module/ Cruise
Control
F8415 Amp BlueSwitch Bank/Instrument Cluster
F8510 Amp RedAirbag Module
F8610 Amp RedAirbag Module
F8710 Amp Red Air Suspension-If Equipped / Trailer Tow /
Steering Column Control Module
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 805

ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Rear Axle – 1500 ModelsWe 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 ModelsWe recommend you use Synthetic, GL-5 SAE, 75W-90.
Limited slip additive is not required for Limited-Slip
Rear Axles.
Brake Master CylinderWe recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3. If DOT 3
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir – 2500/3500 ModelsWe recommend you use MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid
+4 or MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 825

NOTE: 1500 Models Only
•Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months on
1500 trucks, whichever comes first.
2500 – 3500 Models
•Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or twelve months on
2500 – 3500 trucks, whichever comes first.
Severe Duty All Models
•Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This
type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level
•Check windshield washer fluid level
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering (2500/3500 Models
Only) and automatic transmission (six-speed only)
and fill as needed
•Check function of all interior and exterior lights
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 829

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 irregu-
lar 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.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•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
SCHEDULES
830 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,00030,00040,00050,00060,00070,00080,00090,000100,000110,000120,000130,000140,000150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,00048,00064,00080,00096,000112,000128,000144,000160,000176,000192,000208,000224,000240,000
Inspect the brake linings, replaceas necessary.XXX X X X X
Adjust parking brake as necessary.XXX X X X X
Inspect transfer case fluid.XXX
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter.XXXXX
Replace spark plugs(3.6L engine).**X
Replace spark plugs(5.7L engine).**X
Replace spark plugs(6.4L engine).**X
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES
832 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............776
Adding Fuel.............................643
Additives, Fuel...........................637
Adjustable Pedals.........................185
Air bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Air Bag
Advance Front Air Bag....................68
Air bag Operation.......................70
Air Bag Warning Light....................79
Enhanced Accident Response................78
Event Data Recorder (EDR).................82
Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
If A Deployment Occurs...................77
Knee Impact Bolsters.....................71
Maintaining Your Air Bag System............81
Side Air Bags...........................72
Air bag Deployment........................67
Air bag Light.............................79
Air bag Maintenance........................81
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .759
Air Conditioner Maintenance.................765
Air Conditioning..........................400
Air Conditioning Controls...................400
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips..............419
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.................765
Air Conditioning System....................400
Air Pressure, Tires.........................610
Air Suspension...........................516
Alarm Light.............................294
Alarm, Panic.............................28
Alarm (Security Alarm)......................21
Alarm System (Security Alarm)................21
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..................776
Disposal..............................778
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................581
Anti-Lock Warning Light....................289
Appearance Care.........................790
848 INDEX