Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped 6.7L Diesel with
(Six-Speed 68RFE) – 2500/3500 Pickup models without
PTO Only use ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to
use ATF+4 fluid may affect the function or performance of
your transmission. We recommend MOPAR ATF+4 fluid.
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped 6.7L Diesel with
(Six-Speed AS69RC) – Pickup models with PTO and
All Chassis Cab models Only use MOPAR ASRC Automatic Transmission Fluid or
equivalent. Failure to use the proper fluid may affect the
function or performance of your transmission.
Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR BW44–44 Transfer Case
Fluid.
Front and Rear Axle Fluid (2500/3500) We recommend you use SAE 75W-85 HD Ram GL-5
Synthetic Axle Lubricant. Limited slip additive is not
required for Limited-Slip Rear Axles.
Front and Rear Axle Fluid (4500/5500) We recommend you use GL-5 SAE 75W-90 Synthetic (MS-
9763). 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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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 207
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
vehicle for any of the following:
police, fleet, or frequent trailer
towing (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
Flush and replace power steering
fluid. X
Flush and replace engine coolant.
*** X
Adjust valve lash clearance. X
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 215
Electronic Range Select (ERS)..................147
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..........96
Emergency, In Case Of Jump Starting .......................... .170
Engine ................................. .174
Air Cleaner ............................ .180
Block Heater ....................... .125 , 137
Break-In Recommendations ..................94
Compartment ...................... .174 , 175
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................... .205
Identification ....................... .174 , 175
Idling ................................ .133
Jump Starting .......................... .170
Oil .............................. .176 , 205
Oil Filler Cap .......................... .178
Oil Synthetic ........................... .179
Runaway ............................. .156
Exhaust Brake ............................ .138
Exhaust System ........................... .200
Filters Engine Fuel ........................... .184
Engine Oil ........................ .179 , 205
Engine Oil Disposal ...................... .179
Fluid Capacities ........................... .204Fluid Level Checks
Brake ................................ .195
Manual Transmission ..................... .197
Transfer Case .......................... .197
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ............205
Fuel ................................... .157
Adding ........................... .160 , 162
Diesel ........................ .157 , 162 , 205
Filter ................................ .184
Requirements .......................... .157
Specifications .......................... .157
Tank Capacity .......................... .204
Fueling ................................. .160
Gauges V
oltmeter ............................. .130
Gear Ranges ............................. .142
Idle Up Feature ........................... .134
Instrument Cluster ......................... .102
Intervention Regeneration Strategy ..............113
Jump Starting ............................ .170
222 INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500
Keyless Enter-N-Go........................ .122
Maintenance Procedures ..................... .176
Maintenance Schedule ...................... .210
Manual Transmission ....................... .150
Fluid Level Check ....................... .197
Shift Speeds ........................... .151
New Vehicle Break-In Period ...................94
Noise Control Maintenance ........................... .200
Tampering Prohibited .....................200
Noise Emission Warranty .....................200
Oil Change Indicator ....................... .210
Oil, Engine .............................. .176
Capacity .............................. .204
Change Interval ........................ .177
Dipstick .............................. .176
Disposal .............................. .179
Filter ............................ .179 , 205
Filter Disposal .......................... .179
Identification Logo ...................... .178
Materials Added To ...................... .179
Recommendation ........................ .177Synthetic
............................. .179
Viscosity .............................. .178
Overdrive ............................... .148
Overdrive OFF Switch ...................... .148
Perform Service Indicator, Reset ................211
Power Take-Off Adapter ........................ .154
Take-Off Operation ...................... .154
PTO (Power Take-Off) ...................... .154
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............191
Remote Starting System .......................92
Resetting Perform Service Indicator ..............211
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............205
Shifting ................................ .140
Automatic Transmission ....................141
Manual
Transmission ..................... .150
Speed Control Accel/Decel .............................99
Cancel .................................97
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..................96
Starting ................................ .121
Automatic Transmission ....................121
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INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500 223
Engine Block Heater..................125 , 137
Manual Transmission ..................... .121
Remote ................................92
Starting Procedures ........................ .121
Starting Procedures (Diesel Engines) .............121
Synthetic Engine Oil ....................... .179
Tip Start ................................ .121
Torque Converter Clutch .....................149
Traction Control .......................... .197
Transfer Case Fluid ................................ .207
Transmission Automatic ............................ .141
Fluid ................................ .207
Manual ........................... .121 , 150
Shifting .............................. .140
Viscosity, Engine Oil ....................... .178
Voltmeter ............................... .130
Water Separator, Diesel Fuel ...................184
224 INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500
