2015 Ram 2500 maintenance

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. X X X
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. X X X X X
Replace spark plugs.** X
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 SCHEDULES 827

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(s) (six-speed auto-
matic only), if using your vehicle
for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent
trailer towing. X
Change automatic transmission
fluid and filter(s) (six-speed auto-
matic only). X
Inspect the transfer case fluid,
change for any of the following:
police, taxi, fleet, or frequent
trailer towing. XX
Change the transfer case fluid. X
828 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

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 and replace PCV valve if
necessary. X
** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only,
yearly intervals do not apply.
WARNING!
•
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you
have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
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WARNING! (Continued)
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent me-
chanic.
• Failure to properly inspect and maintain your ve-
hicle could result in a component malfunction and
effect vehicle handling and performance. This
could cause an accident.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 829

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE
Prepare For The Appointment
If you are having warranty work done, be sure to have
the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All
work to be performed may not be covered by the
warranty. Discuss additional charges with the service
manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s
service history. This can often provide a clue to the
current problem.
Prepare A List
Make a written list of your vehicle’s problems or the
specific work you want done. If you’ve had an accident
or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the
service advisor know.
Be Reasonable With Requests
If you list a number of items and you must have your
vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with
the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental
vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it
is advisable to make these arrangements when you call
for an appointment.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are vitally
interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy
with our products and services.
Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer.
We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an
authorized dealer. They know your vehicle the best, and
are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality
service. The manufacturer’s authorized dealer have the
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838 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............773
Adding Fuel ............................ .636
Adjustable Pedals ........................ .183
Airbag.............................. .67, 68
Air Bag Advance Front Air Bag ....................68
Air bag Operation .......................70
Air Bag Warning Light ....................78
Enhanced Accident Response ................78
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................81
FrontAirBag ........................67, 68
If A Deployment Occurs ...................76
Knee Impact Bolsters .....................71
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ............80
Side Air Bags ...........................72
Air bag Deployment ........................67
Air bag Light ..................... .78, 116, 285
Air bag Maintenance ........................80
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .755 Air Conditioner Maintenance
.................761
Air Conditioning ..................... .395, 400
Air Conditioning Controls ................395, 400
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ...........414, 416
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ..........761, 762, 763
Air Conditioning System ..........395, 400, 413, 761
Air Pressure, Tires .....................602, 613
Air Suspension .......................... .510
Alarm Light ............................ .285
Alarm, Panic .............................28
Alarm (Security Alarm) ......................21
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ................21
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............772, 815
Disposal ............................. .775
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................576
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................285, 577
Appearance Care ........................ .786
Ashtray ............................... .229
842 INDEX

Automatic........................... .405
Cold Weather Operation ....................445
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............392
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .608
Console, Overhead ....................... .209
Contract, Service ......................... .835
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........774
Cooling System .......................... .771
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............773
Coolant Capacity ...................... .815
Coolant Level ...................771, 775, 777
Disposal of Used Coolant .................775
Drain, Flush, and Refill ...................772
Inspection ........................ .775, 777
Points to Remember .....................777
Pressure Cap ......................... .774
Radiator Cap ......................... .774
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......772, 815, 817
Corrosion Protection ...................... .786Cupholders
............................ .232
Customer Assistance ...................... .833
Customer Programmable Features .............370
Data Recorder, Event .......................81
Daytime Running Lights ....................167
Dealer Service ........................... .750
Defroster, Rear Window .....................242
Defroster, Windshield ...................116,398
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................177
Differential, Limited-Slip ....................545
Dipsticks Power Steering ........................ .571
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................737
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................775
Door Locks Door Locks ............................37
KeyFob...............................37
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INDEX 845

Remote...............................37
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................37
Door Locks, Automatic ......................39
Door Opener, Garage .......................211
Driving Off-Pavement ......................... .526
Off-Road ............................ .526
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .547
Dual Rear Wheels ..................... .617, 680
E-85 Fuel .............................. .633
Electrical Power Outlets .....................224
Electric Rear Window Defrost .................242
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ......491, 498, 503
Electronic Brake Control System ...............575
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................576
Brake Assist System .....................577
Traction Control System ...................577 Electronic Range Select (ERS)
..........462, 471, 483
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........185
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............581
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . .207, 297 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . .297
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Setup
Menu ............................... .297
EVIC Messages ........................ .297
Selectable Menu Items ....................312
Emergency Brake ........................ .572
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................730
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................679
Jump Starting ......................... .725
Tow Hooks ........................... .732
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........748
Engine ............................. .745, 746
Air Cleaner .......................... .755
Block Heater ......................... .451
846 INDEX