2019 RAM CHASSIS CAB adding oil

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 DRIVING TIPS................................................................... 363 
Driving On Slippery Surfaces ................................... 363
Driving Through Water ............................................. 364
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY  HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ............................. 366
 ASSIST AND SOS SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .............. 366
 BULB REPLACEMENT .................................................. 371 
Replacement Bulbs ..................................................... 371
Replacing Exterior Bulbs ............................................ 373
 FUSES.................................................................................. 380 
Power Distribution Center ......................................... 381
 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING .......................... 390 
4500/5500 Models ....................................................... 391
Preparations For Jacking ............................................ 391
Jacking Instructions 4500 And 5500 Series............... 392
To Stow The Flat Or Spare — If Equipped .......... 396
Hub Caps/Wheel Covers — If Equipped .............. 397
 JUMP STARTING ............................................................ 398 
Preparations For Jump Start ...................................... 399
Jump Starting Procedure ............................................ 400
 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .................................. 401
 GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE — 6–SPEED
TRANSMISSION .............................................................. 402  MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8–SPEED
TRANSMISSION ...............................................................403
 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ......................................405
 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...............................406 
Two-Wheel Drive Models .......................................... 407 
Four-Wheel Drive Models .......................................... 408 
Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped....................408
 ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) ...............................................................409
 EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)................................. 409
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE  SCHEDULED SERVICING ............................................410 
Maintenance Plan ........................................................411 
Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle ...............................414
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT .......................................... 415 
6.4L Engine ..................................................................415 
Checking Oil Level — Gas Engine ...........................416 
Adding Washer Fluid ................................................416 
Maintenance-Free Battery .......................................... 417

416 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Checking Oil Level — Gas Engine
To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle's engine, the
engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check the
oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best
time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after
a fully warmed up engine is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Always main -
tain the oil level within the SAFE zone on the dipstick.
Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at the bottom of
the SAFE zone will result in a reading at the top of the safe
zone on these engines.
Adding Washer Fluid
The fluid reservoir is located under the hood and should be
checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir
with windshield washer solvent only (not radiator anti -
freeze). When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe the
wiper blades clean. This will help blade performance.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system in
cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This rating
information can be found on most washer fluid containers.
After the engine has warmed up, operate the defroster for a
few minutes to reduce the possibility of smearing or freezing
the fluid on the cold windshield. Windshield washer solu -
tion used with water as directed on the container, aids
cleaning action, reduces the freezing point to avoid line clog -
ging, and is not harmful to paint or trim.CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or loss
of oil pressure. This could damage your engine. WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents are
flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must
be exercised when filling or working around the washer
solution.

422 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R-134a — If
Equipped
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocarbon
(HFC) that is an ozone-friendly substance. The manufacturer
recommends that air conditioning service be performed by
an authorized dealer or other service facilities using recovery
and recycling equipment.
NOTE:
Use only manufacturer approved A/C system PAG
compressor oil and refrigerants.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling — R–1234yf
R–1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluo -
roolefin (HFO) that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-friendly substance with a
low global-warming potential. The manufacturer recom -
mends that air conditioning service be performed by an
authorized dealer using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:
Use only manufacturer approved A/C system PAG
compressor oil, and refrigerants.WARNING!
• Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi -
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other unap -
proved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system
to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to Warranty Infor -
mation Book, for further warranty information.
• The air conditioning system contains refrigerant under
high pressure. To avoid risk of personal injury or
damage to the system, adding refrigerant or any repair
requiring lines to be disconnected should be done by
an experienced technician.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning
system as the chemicals can damage your air
conditioning components. Such damage is not covered
by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

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5. Place the gear selector momentarily into each gear posi -
tion (allowing time for the transmission to fully engage in
each position), ending with the transmission in PARK.
6. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until
seated.
7. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on
both sides. The fluid level reading is only valid if there is
a solid coating of oil on both sides of the dipstick. Note
that the holes in the dipstick will be full of fluid if the
actual level is at or above the hole. The fluid level should
be between the “HOT” (upper) reference holes on the
dipstick at normal operating temperature. If the fluid
level is low, add fluid through the dipstick tube to bring
it to the proper level. Do not overfill. Use ONLY the spec -
ified fluid (see "Fluids And Lubricants" for fluid specifica -
tions). After adding any quantity of oil through the
dipstick tube, wait a minimum of two minutes for the oil
to fully drain into the transmission before rechecking the
fluid level.
NOTE:
If it is necessary to check the transmission below the oper -
ating temperature, the fluid level should be between the two
“COLD” (lower) holes on the dipstick with the fluid at
60-70°F / 16-21°C. Only use the COLD region of the dipstick as a rough reference when setting the fluid level after a trans -
mission service or fluid change. Re-check the fluid level, and
adjust as required, once the transmission reaches normal
operating temperature.
8. Reinsert the dipstick. Check for leaks. Release the parking
brake.
NOTE:
If it is necessary to check the transmission below the oper -
ating temperature, the fluid level should be between the two
COLD (lower) holes on the dipstick with the fluid at 68-86°F
/ 20-30°C. Only use the COLD region of the dipstick as a
rough reference when setting the fluid level after a transmis -
sion service or fluid change. Re-check the fluid level, and
adjust as required, once the transmission reaches normal
operating temperature. CAUTION!
If the fluid temperature is below 50 °F (10 °C) it may not
register on the dipstick. Do not add fluid until the
temperature is elevated enough to produce an accurate
reading. Run the engine at idle, in PARK, to warm the
fluid.
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Auto Unlock, Doors ................................................................ 269
Automatic Door Locks ............................................................. 37
Automatic Headlights .............................................................. 68
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ................................ 89
Automatic Transmission ................................................ 265, 442
Adding Fluid ....................................................................... 442
Fluid And Filter Change .................................................... 442
Fluid Change........................................................................ 442
Fluid Level Check ....................................................... 439, 440
Fluid Type .................................................................... 439, 486
Shifting.................................................................................. 256
Special Additives................................................................. 439
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode ...................... 269
Auxiliary Driving Systems .................................................... 174
Axle Fluid................................................................. 442, 443, 486
Axle Lubrication.............................................................. 442, 443
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Back-Up .................................................................................... 326
Back-Up Camera ..................................................................... 326
Battery............................................................................... 148, 417
Charging System Light....................................................... 148
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ............................................ 19
Battery Saver Feature ............................................................... 71
Belts, Seat ................................................................................. 241
Body Builders Guide ................................................................ 14
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............................................... 428 B-Pillar Location ......................................................................450
Brake Assist System ................................................................163
Brake Control System .............................................................162
Brake Fluid .......................................................................438, 486
Brake System....................................................................438, 476
Fluid Check ..........................................................................438
Master Cylinder ...................................................................438
Parking ..................................................................................252
Warning Light......................................................................146
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..............................................256
Bulb Replacement ...................................................................371
Bulbs, Light ......................................................................243, 371
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Cab Top Clearance Lights ......................................................379
Camera...................................................................................... 326
Camera, Rear....................................................................326, 330
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............................483
Capacities, Fluid ......................................................................483
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine) ..................................................................415, 419
Power Steering .....................................................................284
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)...............................................436
Car Washes ..............................................................................471
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...........................................240, 482
Cargo Light ................................................................................71
Cellular Phone .........................................................................555 11

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Enhanced Accident Response Feature ......................... 212, 409
Entry System, Illuminated ....................................................... 74
Ethanol...................................................................................... 480
Exhaust Gas Cautions .................................................... 240, 482
Exhaust System ............................................................... 240, 431
Exterior Lighting ....................................................................... 66
Exterior Lights ................................................................... 66, 243
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Filters
Air Cleaner ........................................................................... 420
Air Conditioning ........................................................... 91, 423
Engine Fuel .......................................................................... 484
Engine Oil..................................................................... 419, 484
Engine Oil Disposal ............................................................ 419
Flashers
Turn Signals ........................................................... 70, 157, 243
Flash-To-Pass ............................................................................. 68
Flat Tire Changing .................................................. 390, 444, 461
Flat Tire Stowage .................................................... 396, 444, 461
Fluid Capacities ....................................................................... 483
Fluid Leaks ............................................................................... 243
Fluid Level Checks
Brake ..................................................................................... 438
Power Steering..................................................................... 284
Fluids And Lubricants ........................................................... 484
Fog Lights........................................................................... 70, 377 Fold Flat Load Floor ...............................................................112
Fold-Flat Seats ...........................................................................39
Forward Collision Warning................................................... 174
Four Wheel Drive .................................................................... 272
Four-Way Hazard Flasher .....................................................366
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .........................................................405
Front Axle (Differential) .........................................................442
Fuel ............................................................................................479
Adding ..................................................................................336
Additives ..............................................................................480
Clean Air...............................................................................479
Ethanol ..................................................................................480
Filler Cap (Gas Cap)............................................................337
Filter ...................................................................................... 484
Gasoline ................................................................................479
Light ...................................................................................... 152
Materials Added ..................................................................480
Methanol...............................................................................480
Octane Rating.......................................................................479
Requirements .......................................................................479
Tank Capacity ......................................................................483
Fuses..........................................................................................380
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Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ..........................................97
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) .......................................................337
Gasoline, Clean Air .................................................................479