2019 Ram 1500 oil viscosity

Cold Weather Operation (Below –22°F Or 30°C)
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an
externally powered electric engine block heater (available
from your authorized dealer) is recommended.
After Starting
The idle speed is controlled automatically, and it will
decrease as the engine warms up.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits
quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a
standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded,
three-wire extension cord.
The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on
the passenger side of the vehicle near the right head lamp
assembly. It is located between the front grill and the
radiator, but underneath the black upper seal.
WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the engine block heater cord
before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical
cord could cause electrocution.
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 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.
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WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you
have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If you
have any doubt about your ability to perform a service
job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
Engine Oil — Gas Engine
Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” for further information.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350
hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The 350
hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a concern
for fleet customers.
Gasoline Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only rec-
ommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the
requirements of FCA Material Standard MS-6395.
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has
been certified by the American Pe-
troleum Institute (API). The manu-
facturer only recommends API Cer-
tified engine oils.
This symbol certifies 0W-20, 5W-20,
0W-30, 5W-30 and 10W-30 engine
oils.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the
chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Engine Oil Viscosity — 3.6L Engine
Mopar SAE 0W-20 engine oil approved to FCA Material
Standard MS-6395 is recommended for all operating tem-
peratures. This engine oil improves low temperature start-
ing and vehicle fuel economy.
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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.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 5.7L Engine
Mopar SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to FCA Material
Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil, Shell Helix or equiva-
lent is recommended for all operating temperatures. This
engine oil improves low temperature starting and vehicle
fuel economy.
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 the
engine 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.
500 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Engine Oil Viscosity........................ .499
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ....................499
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .........260, 484
Entry System, Illuminated .....................76
Ethanol ................................. .560
Exhaust Gas Cautions ....................285, 562
Exhaust System ........................ .285, 511
Exterior Lighting ............................68
Exterior Lights ......................... .68, 287
Filters Air Cleaner ............................ .501
Air Conditioning ..................... .95, 504
Engine Oil ......................... .501, 564
Engine Oil Disposal ...................... .500
Flashers Turn Signals ..................... .73, 192, 287
Flash-To-Pass ..............................71
Flat Tire Stowage .......................... .470
Fluid, Brake ............................. .566
Fluid Capacities ........................... .563
Fluid Leaks .............................. .288
Fluid Level Checks Brake ................................ .519
Fluids And Lubricants ...................... .564Fog Lights
............................ .72, 446
Fold-Flat Seats .............................43
Forward Collision Warning ....................221
Four-Way Hazard Flasher .....................435
Four Wheel Drive ......................... .313
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .480
Front Axle (Differential) ..................... .521
Fuel ................................... .558
Adding .............................. .404
Additives ............................. .559
Clean Air ............................. .559
Ethanol .............................. .560
Gasoline .............................. .558
Light ................................ .186
Materials
Added........................ .559
Methanol ............................. .560
Octane Rating ....................558, 559, 564
Requirements ....................... .558, 563
Tank Capacity .......................... .563
Fuses .................................. .449
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ...............109
Gasoline, Clean Air ........................ .559
Gasoline, Reformulated ..................... .559
General Information ........................ .231
684 INDEX

New Vehicle Break-In Period..................299
Occupant Restraints ........................ .231
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ..............558, 559
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road) ...............431
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement) ...............431
Oil, Engine ........................... .499, 564
Capacity .............................. .563
Change Interval ........................ .499
Dipstick .............................. .497
Disposal .............................. .500
Filter ............................. .501, 564
Filter Disposal .......................... .500
Identification Logo ...................... .499
Materials Added To ...................... .500
Pressure Warning Light ....................181
Recommendation .....................499, 563
Synthetic ............................. .500
Viscosity ....................... .499, 500, 563
Oil Filter, Change ......................... .501
Oil Filter, Selection ......................... .501
Oil Pressure Light ......................... .181
Onboard Diagnostic System ...................194
Operating Precautions ...................... .194Operator Manual
Owner’s Manual .......................5,678
Outside Rearview Mirrors .....................62
Overheating, Engine ....................... .477
Paint Care ............................... .547
Panic Alarm ...............................21
Parking Brake ............................ .300
ParkSense System, Rear ..................... .364
Passive Entry ..............................38
Pedals, Adjustable ...........................60
Personalized Main Menu .....................569
Pets ................................... .284
Pickup Box ........................... .134, 135
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ...........528
Power Distribution

Center (Fuses) ..............450, 454
Door Locks ..............................37
Mirrors ................................63
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .........127, 130
Seats ..................................46
Side Steps ..............................37
Sliding Rear Window ......................98
Steering ............................ .63, 336
Sunroof ............................ .99, 102
688 INDEX

Tips ..................................422
Trailer And Tongue Weight ..................414
Wiring ............................... .420
Trailer Towing Guide ....................... .414
Trailer Weight ............................ .414
Transfer Case ............................ .522
Electronically Shifted ...................314, 318
Fluid ................................ .566
Transmission ............................. .306
Automatic ......................... .306, 520
Fluid ................................ .566
Maintenance ........................... .520
Shifting .............................. .304
Transporting Pets ......................... .284
Tread Wear Indicators ...................... .536
Turn Signals .....................73, 192, 442, 447
Uconnect Uconnect Settings . . . .572, 580, 582, 604, 607, 628, 630
Uconnect Settings Customer Programmable
Features ............38, 580, 582, 604, 607, 628, 630
Passive Entry Programming ........38, 580, 604, 628
Uconnect Voice Command ....................648
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ..................545 Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)
........109
Universal Transmitter ....................... .109
Unleaded Gasoline ........................ .558
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................238
USB................................... .642
Utility Rails, Rear Cargo Area ..................145
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............556
Vehicle Loading ....................... .406, 529
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................6
Vehicle Storage ......................... .94, 546
Vehicle User Guide In Vehicle Help ...........................18
Navigation ..............................18
Operating Instructions ......................18
Searching User Guide ......................18
Viscosity, Engine Oil ....................... .499
V

oice Recognition System (VR) .................648
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Descriptions) . . . .185
Warnings And Cautions .......................5
Warranty Information ...................... .677
Washers, Windshield ..................... .77, 497
Washing Vehicle .......................... .548
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