2018 Ram 4500 Chassis Cab oil viscosity

under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recom-
mended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Fluids And
Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications”.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil
in the engine or damage may result.
NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its
first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This
should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not
interpreted as a problem. Please check your oil level with
the engine oil indicator often during the break in period.
Add oil as required.
PARKING BRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking
brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave the trans-
mission in PARK.
The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower
left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the park
brake, firmly push the park brake pedal fully. To release the
parking brake, pull the parking brake release handle. When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch
ON, the “Brake Warning Light” in the instrument cluster
will illuminate.
NOTE:
•
When the parking brake is applied and the transmission
is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If
vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound to alert the
driver. Fully release the parking brake before attempting
to move the vehicle.
• This light only shows that the parking brake is applied.
It does not show the degree of brake application.
Parking Brake Release
6
STARTING AND OPERATING 245

Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 6.4L Engine
Use Mopar SAE 0W-40 engine oil approved to FCA Mate-
rial Standard MS-12633 such as Pennzoil Ultra equivalent
is recommended for all operating temperatures.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to the “Engine Compart-
ment” illustration in this section.
Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certifi-
cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number
should not be used.
Synthetic Engine Oils
You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom-
mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom-
mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are
followed.
Synthetic engine oils which do not have both the engine oil
certification mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade
number should not be used.
Materials Added To Engine Oil
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the addi-
tion of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to theengine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its
performance may be impaired by supplemental additives.
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and
oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters,
indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the
environment. Contact an authorized dealer, service station
or governmental agency for advice on how and where used
oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area.
Engine Oil Filter
The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at
every engine oil change.
Engine Oil Filter Selection
This manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type dispos-
able oil filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The
quality of replacement filters varies considerably. Only
high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient
service. Mopar engine oil filters are high quality oil filters
and are recommended.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” in this section for the
proper maintenance intervals.
368 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Door Ajar Light........................... .153
Door Locks, Automatic .......................40
Door Opener, Garage ....................... .102
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ........................43
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .317
Dual Rear Wheels ....................343, 417, 427
Electrical Power Outlets ..................... .123
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ..............260
Electronic Brake Control System ................165
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................164
Electronic Roll Mitigation ...................173
Traction Control System ....................168
Electronic Range Select (ERS)..................254
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........270
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............169
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........152
Emergency Brake .......................... .245
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................350
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................320
Jacking ............................... .339
Jump Starting .......................... .345Emission Control System Maintenance
............160
Engine ................................. .364
Air Cleaner ............................ .368
Break-In Recommendations .................244
Compartment Identification .................364
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................... .435
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................233, 433
Fails To Start ........................... .243
Flooded, Starting ........................ .243
Fuel Requirements ....................... .429
Jump Starting .......................... .345
Oil .............................. .367, 435
Oil Filler Cap ....................... .364, 368
Oil Filter .............................. .368
Oil
Selection ........................... .367
Oil Synthetic ........................... .368
Overheating ........................... .348
Engine Oil Viscosity ........................ .368
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .........206, 355
Entry System, Illuminated .....................78
Ethanol ................................. .431
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................233, 433
Exhaust System ....................... .233, 382
Exterior Lighting ............................69
12
INDEX 515

Occupant Restraints........................ .183
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .................429
Oil, Engine ........................... .367, 435
Capacity .............................. .434
Change Interval ........................ .367
Dipstick .............................. .365
Disposal .............................. .368
Filter ............................. .368, 435
Filter Disposal .......................... .368
Identification Logo ...................... .367
Materials Added To ...................... .368
Pressure Warning Light ....................152
Recommendation ........................ .367
Synthetic ............................. .368
Viscosity .............................. .368
Oil Filter, Change ......................... .368
Oil Filter, Selection ......................... .368
Oil Pressure Light ......................... .152
Onboard Diagnostic System ...................159
Operating Precautions ...................... .159
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ...............5
Outside Rearview Mirrors .....................62
Overdrive ............................... .255
Overdrive OFF Switch ...................... .255
Overheating, Engine ....................... .348Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual)
...........5,510
Paint Care ............................... .420
Panic Alarm ...............................22
Parking Brake ............................ .245
ParkSense System, Rear ...................273, 280
Passive Entry ..............................37
Pedals, Adjustable ...........................59
Personalized Menu Bar ..................... .441
Personal Settings .......................... .144
Pets ................................... .233
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ...........400
Power Distribution

Center (Fuses) ..................332
Door Locks ..............................37
Mirrors ................................63
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .........123, 127
Seats ..................................46
Steering ........................... .268, 269
Take-Off Adapter ........................ .266
Take-Off Operation ...................... .266
Windows ...............................99
Power Seats Down .............................. .46, 48
Forward ............................ .46, 48
520 INDEX

UconnectCustomer Programmable Features .........454, 474
Uconnect Settings ....................... .443
Uconnect Settings .....................454, 474
Uconnect Settings Customer Programmable Features .......37, 451, 472
Passive Entry Programming ...........37, 451, 472
Uconnect Settings .....................451, 472
Uconnect Voice Command ....................487
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ..................418
Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) Programming HomeLink .........103, 104, 106, 107
Unleaded Gasoline ........................ .429
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................189
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............426
Vehicle Loading ....................... .290, 401
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................7
Vehicle Storage ......................... .97, 419
Viscosity, Engine Oil ....................... .368
Voice Recognition System (VR) .................487
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . .154
Warnings And Cautions .......................7
Warranty Information ...................... .509Washers, Windshield
..................... .80, 365
Washing Vehicle .......................... .421
Water Driving Through ........................ .317
Wheel And Wheel Trim ..................... .413
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..................413
Wheel Cover ............................. .344
Wheel Nut Torque ..................... .343, 344
Wind Buffeting ........................... .101
Window Fogging ...........................97
Windows .................................99
Power .................................99
Reset Auto-Up ......................... .100
Windshield Defroster ....................... .234
Windshield Washers ...................79, 80, 365
Fluid .............................. .79,
365
Windshield Wiper Blades .....................379
Windshield Wipers ..........................79
Wiper Blade Replacement .....................379
Wipers, Intermittent .........................79
Wipers, Rain Sensitive ........................80
12
INDEX 525