2020 Ram 1500 washer fluid

490 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Checking Oil Level
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.
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Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic mainte-
nance required.
Pressure Washing
WARNING!
• Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid to contact
your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean over a battery
when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on
skin, flush the area immediately with large amounts of
water. Refer to “Jump Starting Procedure” in “In Case
Of Emergency” for further information.
• Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use a booster
battery or any other booster source with an output
greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable clamps to
touch each other.
• Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.
CAUTION!
• It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post
and the negative cable is attached to the negative post.
Battery posts are marked positive (+) and negative (-)
and are identified on the battery case. Cable clamps
should be tight on the terminal posts and free of corro -
sion.
• If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables before
connecting the charger to the battery. Do not use a “fast
charger” to provide starting voltage.
CAUTION!
Cleaning the engine compartment with a high pressure
washer is not recommended. Precautions have been
taken to safeguard all parts and connections however,
the pressures generated by these machines is such that
complete protection against water ingress cannot be
guaranteed.
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Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the wind-
shield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild
nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumulations of salt
or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may
cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use washer
fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry
windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the
windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petro -
leum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:
Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending on
geographical area and frequency of use. Poor performance of
blades may be present with chattering, marks, water lines or
wet spots. If any of these conditions are present, clean the
wiper blades or replace as necessary. The wiper blades and wiper arms should be inspected peri
-
odically, not just when wiper performance problems are
experienced. This inspection should include the following
points:
• Wear or uneven edges
• Foreign material
• Hardening or cracking
• Deformation or fatigue
If a wiper blade or wiper arm is damaged, replace the
affected wiper arm or blade with a new unit. Do not attempt
to repair a wiper arm or blade that is damaged.
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Uconnect Uconnect Settings ................ 559, 566, 569, 586, 590, 610, 612
Uconnect Settings Customer Programmable
Features .................................. 37, 566, 569, 586, 590, 610, 612
Passive Entry Programming ........................ 37, 566, 586, 610
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................................................ 538
Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ..................... 109
Universal Transmitter ............................................................ 109
Unleaded Gasoline.................................................................. 548
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ........................................... 241
USB ............................................................................................ 623
Utility Rails, Rear Cargo Area............................................... 144 V
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .................................. 546
Vehicle Loading .............................................................. 405, 522
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations......................................... 15
Vehicle Storage .................................................................. 92, 539
Vehicle User Guide In Vehicle Help ...................................................................... 16
Navigation.............................................................................. 16
Operating Instructions ......................................................... 16
Searching User Guide ........................................................... 16
Viscosity, Engine Oil .............................................................. 493
Voice Recognition System (VR) ............................................ 628 W
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Descriptions) ...........185
Warnings And Cautions ..........................................................14
Warranty Information ............................................................ 655
Washers, Windshield........................................................76, 490
Washing Vehicle ......................................................................540
Water Driving Through .................................................................427
Wheel And Wheel Tire Care..................................................535
Wheel And Wheel Tire Trim .................................................535
Wind Buffeting ............................................................ 97, 99, 104
Window Fogging.......................................................................93
Windows ....................................................................................94 Power ......................................................................................94
Rear Sliding ............................................................................97
Reset Auto-Up .......................................................................96
Windshield Defroster .............................................................287
Windshield Washers ................................................... 75, 76, 490 Fluid ................................................................................75, 490
Windshield Wiper Blades ......................................................503
Windshield Wipers ...................................................................75
Wipers Blade Replacement ....................................................503
Wipers, Intermittent .................................................................76
Wipers, Rain Sensitive ..............................................................77
Wireless Charging Pad ........................................................... 134
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