2015 Ram Cargo Van automatic transmission

CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
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 supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluidleaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may
adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not
require adjustment under normal operating conditions.
Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the
transmission filler tube is capped and no dipstick is
provided. Your authorized dealer can check your trans-
mission fluid level using a special service dipstick. If you
notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction, visit7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 601

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission Use Only ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Fail-
ure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or
performance of your transmission. We recommend
MOPAR® ATF+4® Fluid.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3. If DOT 3
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid
+4, MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 627

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 if using your
vehicle for any of the following:
police, taxi, fleet, or frequent
trailer towing. X
Change automatic transmission
fluid and filter. X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if
necessary. X
** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only,
yearly intervals do not apply.
634 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Disposal............................. .596
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................289
Appearance Care ........................ .602
Ashtray ............................... .253
Assistance Towing ........................ .138
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .472
Auto Down Power Windows ..................47
Automatic Dimming Mirror ..................118
Automatic Door Locks ......................38
Automatic Headlights ..................... .200
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........420
Automatic Transmission ....................442
Adding Fluid ......................... .601
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................602
Fluid Change ......................... .602
Fluid Level Check ...................... .601
Fluid Type ........................... .600
Gear Ranges .......................... .447
Special Additives ...................... .601Torque Converter
...................... .454
Auto Up Power Windows ....................47
Battery ................................ .586
Jump Starting ......................... .562
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........28
Saving Feature (Protection) ................204
Belts, Seat .............................. .107
Body Builders Guide ........................6
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................590
B-Pillar Location ......................... .482
Brake Assist System ...................... .466
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............463
Brake Fluid ............................ .627
Brake System ........................... .462
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .462
Fluid Check .......................... .599
Parking ............................. .460
Brake/T

ransmission Interlock .................444
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INDEX 649

DipsticksAutomatic Transmission ..................601
Oil (Engine) .......................... .580
Power Steering ........................ .459
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................569
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................596
Door Locks Door Locks ............................35
KeyFob...............................35
Remote ...............................35
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................35
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .232
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .456
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy ......314
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™) ......362E-85 Fuel
.............................. .516
Economy (Fuel) Mode ..................... .445
Electrical Power Outlets .....................244
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................119
Electronic Brake Control System ...............463
Brake Assist System .....................466
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........212
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............467
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......303
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ..................540
Jacking .............................. .543
Jump Starting ......................... .562
Overheating .......................... .540
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........577
Engine Air Cleaner .......................... .583
Block Heater ......................... .442
Break-In Recommendations ................105
652 INDEX

Maintenance.......................... .518
Replacement Parts ...................... .518
Starting ............................. .518
Flooded Engine Starting ....................440
Floor Console ........................... .261
Fluid Capacities ......................... .624
Fluid Leaks .............................110
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................601
Brake ............................... .599
Cooling System ........................ .592
Power Steering ........................ .459
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........625
Fog Lights ............................. .289
Fog Light Service ........................ .621
Fold in Floor (Stow n Go) Seating.............174
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................566
Fuel ...................................511
Adding ............................. .519Additives
............................ .514
Clean Air ............................ .512
Conserving ........................... .314
Economy Mode ....................... .445
Ethanol ............................. .512
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .....................289
Filler Door (Gas Cap) ....................289
Gasoline ..............................511
Materials Added ....................... .514
Methanol ............................ .512
Octane Rating ..........................511
Requirements ..........................511
Saver Mode .......................... .314
Tank Capacity ......................... .624
Fuel, Flexible ........................... .516
Fueling ............................... .519
Fuel Optimizer .......................... .314
Fuel

Saver ............................. .314
Fuses ................................. .609
654 INDEX

Sliding Door.............................49
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...................500
Snow Tires ............................. .492
Spare Tire .............................. .494
Spark Plugs ............................ .625
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................212
Starting ............................... .439
Automatic Transmission ..................439
Cold Weather ......................... .440
Engine Fails to Start .....................440
Remote ...............................30
Starting and Operating .....................439
Starting Procedures ....................... .439
Steering Power .............................. .458
Tilt Column .......................... .208
Wheel, Heated ........................ .209
Wheel, Tilt ........................... .208
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............409Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .409
Storage
............................... .617
Storage Bin ............................. .254
Storage, Vehicle .......................... .431
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... .617
Stow n Go (Fold in Floor) Seats ...............174
Sunglasses Storage ....................... .229
Sun Roof .............................. .241
Sway Control, Trailer ...................... .471
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... .583
System, Remote Starting .....................30
Tachometer ............................. .289
Telescoping Steering Column .................208
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ..........420
Tilt Steering Column ...................... .208
Tire and Loading Information Placard ...........482
Tire Markings ........................... .475
T

ires ..................................110
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Trailer Sway Control (TSC)..................471
Trailer Towing .......................... .524
Cooling System Tips .....................536
Hitches ............................. .527
Minimum Requirements ..................530
Tips................................ .535
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................529
Wiring .............................. .534
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .528
Trailer Weight ........................... .528
Transmission ........................... .600
Automatic ........................... .442
Fluid ............................... .600
Transmitter
Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry). . .28
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®). . . .232
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........20
Transporting Pets ........................ .104
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .496
Trip Odometer .......................... .289Turn Signals
............................ .289
UCI Connector .......................... .355
Uconnect® Advanced Phone Connectivity ..............142
Operation ............................ .125
Phone Call Features .....................133
Phone Features ........................ .137
Things You Should Know About Your
Uconnect® Phone ...................... .143
Uconnect® 130 Operating Instructions Auxiliary Mode ........337
Operating Instructions CD Mode ............332
Operating Instructions Radio Mode ..........329
Playing MP3 Files ...................... .334
Uconnect® 130 With Satellite Radio Multimedia Satellite Radio .................350
Operating Instructions Radio Mode ..........338
Playing MP3 Files ...................... .346
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