2016 Ram 2500 contents

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..........790
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L ..........791
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L ..........792
 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) . . .793
▫ Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ....................... .793
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............794
 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ......................... .795
 REPLACEMENT PARTS ..................796 
DEALER SERVICE ..................... .797
 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ...........797
▫ Engine Oil ......................... .798
▫ Engine Oil Filter ..................... .802
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ................802
▫ Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ...........806
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ...............808
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance .............809
▫ Front Driveshaft Lubrication — 2500/3500
(Four-Wheel Drive Models Only) ..........810
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•Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in
the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti-
freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant
expansion bottle must also be protected against freez-
ing.
• If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, the cooling system should be pressure tested
for leaks.
• Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a
minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to
MS.90032) and distilled water for proper corrosion
protection of your engine which contains aluminum
components.
• Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
• Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean. •
Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze)
performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emis-
sions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 825

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
CONTENTS
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .............874▫Maintenance Chart ....................877
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
CONTENTS
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE ...................... .885
▫ Prepare For The Appointment .............885
▫ Prepare A List ....................... .885
▫ Be Reasonable With Requests .............885
 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ..............885
▫ FCA USA LLC Customer Center ...........886
▫ FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center .........887
▫ In Mexico Contact .....................887
▫ Puerto Rico And U.S. Virgin Islands ........887▫
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech
Impaired (TDD/TTY) ...................887
▫ Service Contract ..................... .888
 WARRANTY INFORMATION .............889
 MOPARPARTS ........................889
 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ............889
▫ In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C. .889
▫ In Canada .......................... .890
 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS ............890
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