2016 Ram 2500 manual transmission

▫Manual Transmission — If Equipped ........362
▫ Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ......363
▫ Noise Control System Required Maintenance &
Warranty .......................... .366
 FLUID CAPACITIES ....................373 
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE
PARTS ............................. .374
▫ Engine ............................ .374
▫ Chassis ........................... .377
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in an accident.
Clutch Hydraulic System
The clutch hydraulic system is a sealed maintenance-free
system. In the event of leakage or other malfunction, the
system must be replaced.
Transfer Case — If Equipped
Drain And Refill
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Selection of Lubricant
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for fluid specifications.
Fluid Level Check
This fluid level can be checked by removing the filler
plug. The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the
filler plug hole with the vehicle in a level position.
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
Selection of Lubricant
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for fluid specifications.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level can be checked by removing the filler
plug. If the level of the lubricant is more than 1/2 in
(12 mm) below the bottom of the filler hole while the
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Front and Rear Axle Fluid (2500/3500) We recommend you use Synthetic, GL-5 SAE 75W-85. Limited slip additive is not required for Limited-Slip Rear Axles.
Front and Rear Axle Fluid (4500/5500) We recommend you use Synthetic, GL-5 SAE 75W-90. Limited slip additive is not required for Limited-Slip Rear Axles.
Clutch Linkage We recommend you use MOPAR Multi-Purpose Grease, NLGI
Grade 2 E.P. or equivalent.
Manual Transmission (G-56) – If Equipped We recommend you use MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product.
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Mileage or time passed (which-ever comes first):
7,500
15,000
22,500
30,000
37,500
45,000
52,500
60,000
67,500
75,000
82,500
90,000
97,500
105,000 112,500
120,000
127,500
135,000
142,500
150,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120
Or Kilometers:
12,000
24,000
36,000
48,000
60,000
72,000
84,000
96,000
108,000
120,000
132,000
144,000
156,000
168,000
180,000
192,000
204,000
216,000
228,000
240,000
Change automatic transmission
fluid and filter(s) if using your ve-
hicle for any of the following: po-
lice, fleet, or frequent trailer tow-
ing (68RFE transmission only). XX
Change automatic transmission
fluid and filter(s). X
Change the manual transmission
fluid if using your vehicle for any
of the following: police, fleet, or
frequent trailer towing. XX
Replace Crankcase Ventilation
Filter (CCV). XX
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 387

Exhaust Brake........................... .281
Exhaust System .......................... .367
Filters Engine Fuel .......................... .344
Engine Oil ....................... .340 , 374
Engine Oil Disposal .....................340
Flashers Turn Signal .......................... .222
Fluid Capacities ......................... .373
Fluid Level Checks Brake ............................... .360
Manual Transmission ....................362
Transfer Case ......................... .362
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ...........374
Fog Lights ..............................211
Fuel .................................. .307
Adding ......................... .312 , 315
Diesel ....................... .307 , 315 , 374Filter
............................... .344
Light ............................... .209
Requirements ......................... .307
Specifications ......................... .308
Tank Capacity ......................... .373
Fueling ............................... .312
Gauges Voltmeter ............................ .272
Gear Ranges ............................ .287
Idle Up Feature .......................... .276
Information Center, Vehicle ..................228
Instrument Cluster ....................... .183
Intervention Regeneration Strategy .............233
Jump Starting ........................... .326
Keyless Enter-N-Go ....................... .261
398 INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500

LightsAirBag ............................. .191
Brake Warning ........................ .192
Cruise .......................... .223 , 225
Engine Temperature Warning ...............195
Fog .................................211
Low Fuel ............................ .209
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........202
Park ............................ .221 , 223
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .190
Security Alarm ........................ .194
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............206
Turn Signal .......................... .222
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . .195 , 222
Maintenance Procedures ....................335
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .380
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......202
Manual Transmission ..................... .298Fluid Level Check
...................... .362
Shift Speeds .......................... .300
New Vehicle Break-In Period .................173
Noise Control Maintenance .......................... .367
Tampering Prohibited ....................368
Noise Emission Warranty ....................366
Oil Change Indicator ...................... .381
Oil Pressure Light ........................ .197
Oil, Engine ............................. .336
Capacity ............................ .373
Change Interval ....................... .337
Dipstick ............................. .336
Disposal ............................. .340
Filter ........................... .340 , 374
Filter Disposal ........................ .340
Identification Logo ..................... .337
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INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500 399

Materials Added To..................... .339
Pressure Warning Light ...............197 , 200
Recommendation ...................... .337
Synthetic ............................ .339
Viscosity ............................ .338
Overdrive .............................. .296
Overdrive OFF Switch ..................... .296
Perform Service Indicator, Reset ...............382
Power Take-Off Adapter ...................... .303
Take-Off Operation ..................... .303
PTO (Power Take-Off) ..................... .303
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........355
Remote Starting System .....................170
Resetting Perform Service Indicator ............382Seat Belts
Reminder ............................ .190
Security Alarm .......................... .194
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..............374
Shifting ............................... .284
Automatic Transmission ..................286
Manual Transmission ....................298
Signals, Turn ........................... .222
Speed Control Accel/Decel .......................... .180
Cancel .............................. .178
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................176
Starting ............................... .260
Automatic Transmission ..................261
Engine Block Heater .................265 , 280
Manual Transmission ....................261
Remote ............................. .170
Starting Procedures ....................... .260
400 INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500

Starting Procedures (Diesel Engines)............260
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... .339
Tip Start ............................... .261
Ti re s Pressure Warning Light ...................206
Torque Converter Clutch ....................297
Traction Control ......................... .362
Transfer Case Fluid ............................... .377
Transmission Automatic ........................... .286
Fluid ............................... .377
Manual ......................... .261 , 298
Shifting ............................. .284
Turn Signals ............................ .222Viscosity, Engine Oil
...................... .338
Voltmeter .............................. .272
Water Separator, Diesel Fuel ..................344
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INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500 401