2016 Ram ProMaster City transmission oil

WARNING!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchorage position directly be-
hind the child seat to secure a child restraint top
tether strap.
Transporting Pets
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and
drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-
mental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For
the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to
“Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle.”
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85

CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera-
ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause
severe transmission damage or transmission failure.
WARNING!
If you continue operating the vehicle when the
Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi-
nated you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in
contact with hot engine or exhaust components and
cause a fire.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids
that protect the performance and durability of your
vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter-
vals. Do not use chemical flushes in these compo-
nents as the chemicals can damage your engine,
transmission or air conditioning. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
If a flush is needed because of component malfunc-
tion, use only the specified fluid for the flushing
procedure.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at regular intervals, such as every month. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a
fully warmed up engine is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings.
There are three possible dipstick types,
•
Crosshatched zone.
• Crosshatched zone marked SAFE.
• Crosshatched zone marked with MIN at the low end of
the range and MAX at the high end of the range.
NOTE: Always maintain the oil level within the cross-
hatch markings on the dipstick.
Adding 1 quart (1.0 liters) of oil when the reading is at the
low end of the dipstick range will raise the oil level to the
high end of the range marking.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355

Fluid Change......................... .376
Fluid Level Check ...................375, 376
Fluid Type ........................ .375, 399
Special Additives ...................... .375
Auto Up Power Windows ....................27
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ........130
Axle Lubrication ......................... .399
Battery ............................ .156, 359
Charging System Light ...................156
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........19
Belts, Seat ...............................88
Body Builders Guide ........................6
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................361
B-Pillar Location ......................... .260
Brake Assist System ...................... .246
Brake Fluid ............................ .399
Brake, Parking .......................... .241
Brake System ........................ .244, 372Anti-Lock (ABS)
....................... .244
Fluid Check ....................... .373, 399
Master Cylinder ....................... .373
Parking ............................. .241
Warning Light ........................ .159
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................228
Bulb Replacement ..................... .392, 393
Bulbs, Light .......................... .90, 392
Camera, Rear ........................... .128
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .396
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .289
Oil (Engine) ....................... .349, 357
Power Steering ........................ .240
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................370
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................87, 288
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ .136
Car Washes ............................ .377
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INDEX 421

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage.........41
Child Restraint ..........................61
Front Seat ....................... .34, 36, 38
Inspection .............................88
Operating Instructions ....................38
Pregnant Women ........................43
Pretensioners ...........................43
Rear Seat ..............................36
Reminder ............................ .153
Untwisting Procedure .....................40
Seats ...................................98
Adjustment ............................98
Heated .............................. .102
Security Alarm ............................16
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..............397
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................14
Service Assistance ........................ .409
Service Contract ..........................411
Service Manuals ......................... .414Shifting
Automatic Transmission ..................228
Shift Lever Override ...................... .343
Shoulder Belts ............................36
Signals, Turn ......................... .90, 173
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...................277
Snow Tires ............................. .270
Spare Tire .......................... .271, 272
Spark Plugs ............................ .397
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ........................ .397
Oil................................. .397
Speed Control Accel/Decel .......................... .122
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................119
Starting ............................... .223
Automatic Transmission ..................223
Cold Weather ......................... .224
Engine Fails To Start .....................225
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INDEX 431