2016 Ram 3500 clutch

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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•Removal of the air ducting.
EXHAUST SYSTEM
• Removal or rendering inoperative exhaust system
components including the muffler or tailpipe.
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
• Removal or rendering inoperative the fan clutch.
• Removal of the fan shroud.Noise Emission Warranty
The manufacturer warrants that this vehicle as manufac-
tured by the manufacturer, was designed, built and
equipped to conform at the time it left the manufacturer’s
control with all applicable U.S. EPA Noise Control Regu-
lations.
This warranty covers this vehicle as designed, built and
equipped by the manufacturer, and is not limited to any
particular part, component or system of the vehicle
manufactured by the manufacturer. Defects in design,
assembly or in any part, component or system of the
vehicle as manufactured by the manufacturer, which, at
the time it left the manufacturer’s control, caused noise
emissions to exceed Federal standards, are covered by
this warranty for the life of the vehicle.
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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 Trans-
mission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product.
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Engine Block Heater.................202 , 217
Manual Transmission ....................196
Remote ............................. .138
Starting Procedures ....................... .196
Starting Procedures (Diesel Engines) ............196
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... .275
Tip Start ............................... .197
Torque Converter Clutch ....................233
Traction Control ......................... .298
Transfer Case Fluid ................................311 Transmission
Automatic ........................... .222
Fluid ................................311
Manual ......................... .196 , 234
Shifting ............................. .220
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... .274
Voltmeter .............................. .208
Water Separator, Diesel Fuel ..................280
334 INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500