2019 Ram ProMaster City checking oil

Exhaust Gas
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can even-
tually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO), follow
these safety tips:
•Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in
confined areas any longer than needed to move your
vehicle in or out of the area.
• If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate/
rear doors open, make sure that all windows are
closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is set
at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
• If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running, adjust your heating or cooling con-
trols to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the
blower at high speed.
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the
vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the complete
exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam-
aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams or
loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into
the passenger compartment. In addition, inspect the ex-
haust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication
or oil change. Replace as required.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision.
Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision
if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, torn web-
bing, etc.). If there is any question regarding seat belt or
retractor condition, replace the seat belt.
Air Bag Warning Light
The Air Bag warning lightwill turn on for four to
eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch
is first turned to ON/RUN. If the light is either not on
during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, 5
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
CONTENTS
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................233
▫ Maintenance Plan ...................... .234
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................237
▫ Engine Compartment — 2.4L ..............237
▫ Checking Oil Level .....................238
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ...................238
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .................239
 DEALER SERVICE ...................... .240
▫ Engine Oil .......................... .240
▫ Engine Oil Filter ...................... .241
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter .................242
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ..............242
▫ Body Lubrication ..................... .243
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades .................244 ▫
Exhaust System ....................... .244
▫ Cooling System ....................... .246
▫ Brake System ........................ .250
▫ Power Steering Fluid ....................252
▫ Automatic Transmission ..................252
▫ Upfitter Connectors — If Equipped ..........254
 RAISING THE VEHICLE ..................256
 TIRES ............................... .256
▫ Tire Safety Information ..................256
▫ Tires — General Information ..............266
▫ Tire Types ........................... .272
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped ................273
▫ Wheel

And Wheel Trim Care ..............276
▫ Tire Chains (Traction Devices) .............277
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Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, 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.
There are three possible dipstick types,
•Crosshatched zone.
• Crosshatched zone marked SAFE.
• Crosshatched zone marked with MIN at the low end of
the range and MAX at the high end of the range.
• Crosshatched zone marked with dimples at the MIN and
the MAX ends of the range.
NOTE: Always maintain the oil level within the crosshatch
markings on the dipstick.
Adding 1 quart (1.0 liters) of oil when the reading is at the
low end of the dipstick range will raise the oil level to the
high end of the range marking.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause
aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage your
engine.
Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield and rear window washers share the same
fluid reservoir. The fluid reservoir is located in the front of
the engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluid level in
the reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with
windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and
operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the
residual water.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some
washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe clean
the wiper blades, 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.
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Body Mechanism Lubrication..................243
B-Pillar Location .......................... .262
Brake Assist System .........................89
Brake Fluid .............................. .294
Brake, Parking ............................ .152
Brake System ......................... .250, 286
Anti-Lock (ABS) ..........................88
Fluid Check ........................ .251, 294
Master Cylinder ........................ .251
Parking .............................. .152
Warning Light ...........................74
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................155
Bulb Replacement ......................... .191
Bulbs, Light .......................... .145, 191
Camera, Rear ............................ .171
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .292
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................. .172
Oil (Engine) ........................ .237, 241
Power Steering ......................... .163
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................249
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................143, 291
Cargo Area Cover ...........................60
Cargo Compartment .........................60 Cargo Tie-Downs
...........................60
Car Washes .............................. .280
Cellular Phone ........................... .310
Certification Label ......................... .174
Chains, Tire ............................. .277
Changing A Flat Tire .....................204, 256
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................... .258
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) ....84
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............142
Checks, Safety ............................ .142
Child Restraint ........................... .122
Child Restraints Booster Seats ........................... .126
Child Seat Installation ..................136,
140
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt ........133
Infant And Child Restraints .................124
Locating The LATCH Anchorages .............131
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......128
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........125
Seating Positions ........................ .127
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .289
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .276
Climate Control ............................48
Cold Weather Operation ..................... .149
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Towing............................... .228
Emission Control System Maintenance ............84
Engine ................................. .237
Air Cleaner ............................ .242
Block Heater ........................... .151
Break-In Recommendations .................152
Checking Oil Level ...................... .238
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................... .292
Cooling .............................. .246
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................143, 291
Fails To Start ........................... .150
Flooded, Starting ........................ .150
Jump Starting .......................... .220
Oil .............................. .240, 292
Oil Filler Cap ....................... .237, 241
Oil Filter .............................. .241
Oil Selection ........................ .240, 292
Oil Synthetic ........................... .241
Overheating ........................... .223
Starting .............................. .149
Engine Oil Viscosity ........................ .241
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ....................241
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .........120, 229
Ethanol ................................. .289
Exhaust Gas Cautions ....................143, 291 Exhaust System
....................... .143, 244
Exterior Lights ......................... .41, 145
Filters Air Cleaner ............................ .242
Air Conditioning ..........................53
Engine Oil ......................... .241, 292
Engine Oil Disposal ...................... .241
Flashers Hazard Warning ........................ .191
Turn Signals ......................... .82, 145
Flooded Engine Starting ..................... .150
Fluid, Brake ............................. .294
Fluid
Capacities ........................... .292
Fluid Leaks .............................. .146
Fluid Level Checks Brake ................................ .251
Engine Oil ............................ .238
Power Steering ......................... .163
Fluids And Lubricants ...................... .292
Fog Lights ................................42
Fold-Flat Seats .............................29
Four-Way Hazard Flasher .....................191
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .226
Fuel ................................... .288
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Service............................... .191
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ..............93
Traction Control ..........................92
Turn Signals ......................... .82, 145
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions ......76, 82
Loading Vehicle ....................... .174, 175
Capacities ............................. .175
Tires................................. .262
Locks Power Door .............................23
Low Tire Pressure System .....................93
Lubrication, Body ......................... .243
Lug Nuts/Bolts ....................... .286, 287
Maintenance Free Battery .....................239
Maintenance Schedule ...................... .233
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) ......80, 84
Manual Service ............................... .324
Master Cylinder Brakes ............................... .251
Methanol ............................... .289
Mirrors ..................................38
Electric Powered ..........................39
Electric Remote ...........................39 Exterior Folding
..........................39
Outside ................................38
Rearview ...............................38
Modifications/Alterations Vehicle .................................6
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ..................93
Mopar Parts ............................. .323
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................152
Occupant Restraints .........................98
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ..............288, 292
Oil, Engine ........................... .240, 292
Capacity .............................. .292
Change Interval ........................ .240
Checking ............................. .238
Dipstick .............................. .238
Disposal .............................. .241
Filter ............................. .241, 292
Filter Disposal .......................... .241
Identification
Logo...................... .240
Materials Added To ...................... .241
Pressure Warning Light .....................77
Recommendation .....................240, 292
Synthetic ............................. .241
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