2019 Ram 2500 Lubricants

530 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Lubricant Selection
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifica-
tion” for further information.
NOTE:
The presence of water in the gear lubricant will result in
corrosion and possible failure of differential components.
Operation of the vehicle in water, as may be encountered in
some off-highway types of service, will require draining and
refilling the axle to avoid damage.
Limited-Slip Differentials DO REQUIRE limited slip oil
additive (friction modifiers).
NOTE:
Slight noise and mild shuddering may be evident while
turning a vehicle with limited slip differential on concrete or
dry pavement. These conditions should be considered
normal operation of the limited slip differential.
Drain And Refill
Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” for the proper maintenance
intervals.Transfer Case
Selection Of Lubricant
Use only the manufacturer's recommended fluid. Refer to
“Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications” for
further information.
Fluid Level Check
This fluid level can be checked by removing the filler plug.
The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the filler plug
hole with the vehicle in a level position.
Drain And Refill
Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” in this section for the proper
maintenance intervals.

572 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant We recommend you use Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10
Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive
Technology).
Engine Oil – 6.4L For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only
recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the
American Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SN. The
manufacturer recommends the use of Pennzoil Ultra 0W-40
or equivalent Mopar engine oil meeting the requirements of
FCA Material Standard MS-12633 for use in all operating
temperatures.
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use Mopar brand Engine Oil Filters.
Spark Plugs We recommend you use Mopar Spark Plugs.
Fuel Selection – 6.4L Engines 89 Octane Recommended - 87 Octane Acceptable, 0-15%
Ethanol.

676 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
WARRANTY INFORMATION
See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and
provisions of FCA US LLC warranties applicable to this
vehicle and market.
MOPAR PARTS
Mopar fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available
from an authorized dealer. They are recommended for your
vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle operating at its best.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could
cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should imme-
diately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying FCA
US LLC.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a
group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, an authorized dealer
or FCA US LLC.

To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline
toll free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to
http://www.safercar.gov ; or write to: Administrator,
NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., West Building,
Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other informa -
tion about motor vehicle safety from http://
www.safercar.gov .
WARNING!
Engine exhaust (internal combustion engines only),
some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components
contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other
reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained
in vehicles and certain products of component wear
contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.

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Enhanced Accident Response Feature ......................... 255, 498
Entry System, Illuminated ....................................................... 76
Ethanol...................................................................................... 568
Exhaust Gas Cautions .................................................... 286, 570
Exhaust System ............................................................... 286, 520
Exterior Lighting ....................................................................... 67 Exterior Lights ................................................................... 67, 289 F
Filters Air Cleaner ........................................................................... 509Air Conditioning ........................................................... 93, 512
Engine Oil..................................................................... 509, 572
Engine Oil Disposal ............................................................ 508
Flashers Turn Signals ........................................................... 71, 191, 289
Flash-To-Pass ............................................................................. 69
Flat Tire Changing .................................................. 469, 531, 548
Flat Tire Stowage .................................................... 483, 531, 548
Fluid Capacities ....................................................................... 571
Fluid Leaks ............................................................................... 289
Fluid Level Checks Brake ..................................................................................... 527
Fluid, Brake .............................................................................. 574
Fluids And Lubricants ........................................................... 572
Fog Lights........................................................................... 71, 451
Fold Flat Load Floor ............................................................... 119 Fold-Flat Seats ...........................................................................40
Forward Collision Warning................................................... 216
Four Wheel Drive .................................................................... 309
Four-Way Hazard Flasher .....................................................440
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .........................................................494
Front Axle (Differential) .........................................................529
Fuel ............................................................................................567 Adding ..................................................................................408
Additives ..............................................................................568
Clean Air...............................................................................568
Ethanol ..................................................................................568
Filler Cap (Gas Cap)............................................................ 410
Gasoline ................................................................................567Light ...................................................................................... 186
Materials Added ..................................................................568
Methanol...............................................................................568
Octane Rating...............................................................567, 572Requirements ...............................................................567, 571Tank Capacity ......................................................................571
Fuses..........................................................................................457 G
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........................................104
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) .......................................................410
Gasoline, Clean Air .................................................................568
Gasoline, Reformulated..........................................................568
General Information ...............................................................230