2017 RAM CHASSIS CAB cooling

WARNING!• Do not open hot engine cooling system. Never add
engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is over-
heated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to cool an
overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to build up
in the cooling system. To prevent scalding or injury,
do not remove the pressure cap while the system is
hot or under pressure.
• Do not use a pressure cap other than the one speci-
fied for your vehicle. Personal injury or engine
damage may result.
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is a
regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with
your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for
your community. To prevent ingestion by animals or
children, do not store ethylene glycol-based engine coolant
(antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in
puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek
emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground
spills immediately. Checking Coolant Level — 6.4L Engine
The level of the coolant in the pressurized coolant bottle
should be between the “MIN” and “MAX” range on the
bottle when the engine is cold.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is no
need to remove the cap unless checking for coolant freeze
point or replacing engine coolant (antifreeze). Advise your
service attendant of this. As long as the engine operating
temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be
checked once a month. When additional engine coolant
(antifreeze) is needed to maintain the proper level, it should
be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill.
Points To Remember
NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/
kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming from
the front of the engine compartment. This is normally a result
of moisture from rain, snow, or high humidity accumulating on
the radiator and being vaporized when the thermostat opens,
allowing hot engine coolant (antifreeze) to enter the radiator.
If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
• Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle.474 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

• Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the
coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (antifreeze)
needs to be added, the contents of the coolant expansion
bottle must also be protected against freezing.
• 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 pro-
tection of your engine which contains aluminum com-
ponents.
• 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 emissions. 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 possi-
bly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or riding
on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake
temperatures, excessive lining wear, and possible
brake damage. You would not have your full braking
capacity in an emergency.
Brake Fluid Level Check
The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked
when performing under the hood service or immediately if
the brake system warning lamp indicates system failure.
The brake master cylinder has a translucent plastic reser-
voir. On the outboard side of the reservoir, there is a
“MAX” mark and a “MIN” mark. The fluid level must be
kept within these two marks. Do not add fluid above the
MAX mark because leakage may occur at the cap. 7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 475

FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
Standard Rear Tank 52 Gallons 197 Liters
Optional Midship Tank 22 Gallons 83 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
6.4L Engine (We recommend you use SAE 0W-40, Synthetic API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters
Cooling System
6.4L Engine (We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula). 16.6 Quarts 15.7 Liters500 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

CAUTION!• Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than
specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en-
gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine dam-
age and may decrease corrosion protection. Organic
Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is differ-
ent and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic
Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant (anti-
freeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (anti-
freeze). If a non-OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) is
introduced into the cooling system in an emergency,
the cooling system will need to be drained, flushed, (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued)and refilled with fresh OAT coolant (conforming to
MS.90032), by an authorized dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional
rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not
be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and
may plug the radiator.
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with
propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze).
Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (anti-
freeze) is not recommended.502 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Maintenance Chart
Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages
for required maintenance.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
• Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular
wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and
park brake.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
• Lube the front drive shaft fitting.
8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 507

Child Seat Installation .................. .80, 81
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt .........78
Infants And Child Restraints .................68
Locating The LATCH Anchorages ..............76
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children ........73
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........70
Seating Positions ..........................72
Cigar Lighter ............................ .173
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .397
Cleaning
Wheels ............................... .482
Climate Control ........................... .277
Cold Weather Operation ..................... .323
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............... .275
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .381
Console, Overhead ........................ .159
Contract, Service .......................... .514
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ............ .473
Cooling System ........................... .471
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ................ .472
Coolant Capacity ........................ .500
Coolant Level ....................... .471, 474
Disposal Of Used Coolant ................. .474
Drain, Flush, And Refill ................... .472
Inspection ............................. .474 Points To Remember ..................... .474
Pressure Cap ........................... .473
Radiator Cap .......................... .473
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......... .472, 501
Corrosion Protection ....................... .480
Cruise Light ....................... .216, 217, 218
Cupholders .............................. .174
Customer Assistance ....................... .512
Customer Programmable Features .............. .255
Daytime Running Lights .................... .126
Dealer Service ............................ .450
Defroster, Rear Window ..................... .182
Defr oster , Windshield ........................93
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers .................. .134
Differential, Limited-Slip .................... .346
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission ................... .479
Power Steering ......................... .350
Disabled Vehicle Towing .................... .442
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................ .474
Do Not Disturb ........................... .314
Door Ajar ............................... .203
Door Ajar Light ........................... .203520 INDEX

Aging (Life Of Tires) ..................... .383
Air Pressure ........................ .371, 376
Chains ............................... .385
Compact Spare ......................... .381
Dual .......................... .388, 427, 434
General Information .................. .376, 380
High Speed ............................ .378
Inflation Pressures ....................... .377
Life Of Tires ........................... .383
Load Capacity ...................... .371, 373
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............ .390
Pressure Warning Light ................... .208
Quality Grading ........................ .389
Radial ............................... .378
Replacement ........................... .384
Rotation .............................. .387
Safety ............................ .365, 376
Sizes ................................ .367
Snow Tires ............................ .379
Spare Tire ...................... .380, 381, 382
Spinning .............................. .382
Tread Wear Indicators .................... .383
Wheel Nut Torque ....................... .433
Tire Safety Information ...................... .365
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................ .408 Torque Converter Clutch .................... .335
Tow Hooks, Emergency ..................... .440
Towing ............................. .403, 442
Disabled Vehicle ........................ .442
Guide ................................ .408
Recreational ........................... .419
Weight ............................... .408
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ........... .419
Traction ................................ .347
T raction Control .......................... .358
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ................... .362
Trailer Towing ............................ .403
Cooling System Tips ..................... .416
Hitches ............................... .408
Minimum Requirements ................... .409
Mirrors ............................... .109
Trailer And Tongue Weight ................. .408
Wiring ............................... .414
Trailer Towing Guide ....................... .408
Trailer Weight ............................ .408
Transfer Case ............................ .477
Electronically Shifted ..................... .342
Fluid ................................ .503
Transmission ............................. .478
Automatic ......................... .327, 478530 INDEX