2015 Ram 1500 air filter

Engine Air Cleaner Filter Installation
NOTE:Inspect and clean the housing if dirt or debris is
present before replacing the air filter element.
1. Install the air cleaner filter element into the housing
assembly with the air cleaner filter inspection surface
facing downward.
2. Install the air cleaner cover onto the housing assembly
locating tabs.
3. Latch the spring clips and lock the air cleaner cover to
the housing assembly.
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
WARNING!
•Do not attempt to inspect an accessory drive belt
with vehicle running.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-
connect the fan motor lead. The fan is temperature
controlled and can start at any time regardless of
ignition switch position. You could be injured by
the moving fan blades.
•You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you
have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent me-
chanic.
When inspecting accessory drive belts, small cracks that
run across ribbed surface of belt from rib to rib, are
considered normal. These are not a reason to replace belt.
However, cracks running along a rib (not across) are not
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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 specified transmission fluid.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this
section 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.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
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CAUTION!(Continued)
shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and
filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and
Genuine Parts” in this section for fluid specifica-
tions.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission. Automatic
Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and
its performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-
tives. Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to the
transmission. The only exception to this policy is the use
of special dyes for diagnosing fluid leaks. Avoid using
transmission sealers as they may adversely affect seals.
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Fluid And Filter Changes
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
In addition, change the fluid and filters if the fluid
becomes contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the trans-
mission is disassembled for any reason.
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on
trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly
corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking,
which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants,
road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme
hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will
have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under-
body protection.
The following maintenance recommendations will enable
you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion
resistance built into your vehicle.
What Causes Corrosion?
Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of
paint and protective coatings from your vehicle.
The most common causes are:
•Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation.
•Stone and gravel impact.
•Insects, tree sap and tar.
•Salt in the air near seacoast localities.
•Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.
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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 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
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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
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Break-In Recommendations................113
Compartment..........................748
Compartment Identification................748
Coolant (Antifreeze).....................821
Exhaust Gas Caution.....................115
Flooded, Starting.......................451
Fuel Requirements......................634
Jump Starting..........................729
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..755
Oil Filler Cap..........................757
Oil Selection...........................756
Oil Synthetic..........................758
Overheating...........................685
Engine Oil Viscosity.......................757
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart...................757
Enhanced Accident Response Feature............78
Entry System, Illuminated....................23
Ethanol................................636
Event Data Recorder........................82
Exhaust Gas Caution.......................115
Exhaust System...........................115
Exterior Lighting..........................166
Exterior Lights...........................118
Filters
Air Cleaner...........................759
Engine Oil............................758
Engine Oil Disposal.....................758
Flashers
Turn Signal............................118
Flat Tire Stowage.........................702
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range.........................642
Engine Oil............................641
Fuel Requirements......................639
Maintenance...........................643
Replacement Parts.......................642
Starting..............................64210
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