2020 Ram ProMaster oil additives

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE159
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has
been certified by the American Petro -
leum Institute (API). The manufac -
turer only recommends API Certified
engine oils.
This symbol certifies 0W-20, 5W-20, 0W-30,
5W-30 and 10W-30 engine oils.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 3.6L Engine
Mopar SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to FCA
Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil,
Shell Helix Ultra or equivalent 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 recom -
mended engine oil viscosity for your engine. For
information on engine oil filler cap location,
refer to the “Engine Compartment” illustration
in this section. NOTE:
Mopar SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to FCA
Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil,
Shell Helix Ultra or equivalent may be used
when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395
is not available.
Lubricants which do not have both the engine
oil certification mark and the correct SAE
viscosity grade number should not be used.
Synthetic Engine Oils
You may use synthetic engine oils provided the
recommended oil quality requirements are met,
and the recommended 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 addition 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 govern
-
mental agency for advice on how and where
used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in
your area.
Engine Oil Filter
The engine oil filter should be replaced with a
new filter at every engine oil change.
Engine Oil Filter Selection
This manufacturer's engines have a full-flow
type disposable oil filter. Use a filter of this type
for replacement. The quality of replacement
filters varies considerably. Only high quality
filters should be used to ensure most efficient
service. Mopar engine oil filters are high quality
oil filters and are recommended.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” in this section
for the proper maintenance intervals.
NOTE:
Be sure to follow the “Severe Duty Conditions”
maintenance interval if applicable.
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.
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Automatic Transmission (3.6L Gasoline
Engine Only)
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission
fluid to ensure optimum transmission perfor-
mance and life. Use only the manufacturer’s
specified transmission fluid. Refer to “Fluids
And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications”. It
is important to maintain the transmission fluid
at the correct level using the recommended
fluid. No chemical flushes should be used in any
transmission; only the approved lubricant
should be used.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends
against using any special additives in the trans -
mission. Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is
an engineered product and its performance
may be impaired by supplemental additives.
Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to the
transmission. The only exception to this policy is
the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluid
leaks in six-speed transmissions. Avoid using
transmission sealers as they may adversely
affect seals.To avoid contamination from foreign matter
or moisture, use only new brake fluid or
fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container. Keep the master cylinder reser -
voir cap secured at all times. Brake fluid in
a open container absorbs moisture from
the air resulting in a lower boiling point. This
may cause it to boil unexpectedly during
hard or prolonged braking, resulting in
sudden brake failure. This could result in a
collision.
Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can
result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine
parts, causing the brake fluid to catch fire.
Brake fluid can also damage painted and
vinyl surfaces, care should be taken to
avoid its contact with these surfaces.
Do not allow petroleum based fluid to
contaminate the brake fluid. Brake seal
components could be damaged, causing
partial or complete brake failure. This could
result in a collision.
WARNING!
(Continued)

CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the
manufacturer’s recommended fluid may
cause deterioration in transmission shift
quality and/or torque converter shudder, and
will require more frequent fluid and filter
changes. Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in
“Technical Specifications” for fluid
specifications.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your
transmission as the chemicals can damage
your transmission components. Such damage
is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
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INDEX

A

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)
............... 164
Adding Washing Fluid
............................... 157
Additives, Fuel
....................................... 193
Air Bag
................................................. 74Air Bag Operation............................... 75Air Bag Warning Light.......................... 73Enhanced Accident Response.............. 151Event Data Recorder (EDR)................. 151If Deployment Occurs.......................... 80Maintaining Your Air Bag System............ 81Maintenance..................................... 81Side Air Bags..................................... 76Transporting Pets............................... 89
Air Bag Light
............................... 47, 73, 90
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter)
... 159
Air Conditioner Maintenance
...................... 160
Air Conditioner Refrigerant
......................... 160
Air Conditioner System
............................. 160
Air Conditioning Filter
......................... 34, 160
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips
............... 33, 34
Air Filter
.............................................. 159
Air Pressure

Tires.............................................. 177
Alarm
Security Alarm............................. 13, 49

Alarm System
Security Alarm.................................... 13
Alterations/Modifications
Vehicle...............................................8
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)
................ 164, 195Disposal......................................... 165
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
.......................56
Anti-Lock Warning Light
.............................. 52
Assist, Hill Start
........................................ 60
Auto Down Power Windows
.......................... 35
Auto Up Power Windows
.............................. 35
Automatic Door Locks
................................15
Automatic Transmission
...................... 95, 168Adding Fluid.................................... 168Fluid And Filter Change...................... 168Fluid Change................................... 168Fluid Level Check...................... 167, 168Fluid Type............................... 167, 197Special Additives.............................. 167
AUX Cord
............................................. 238
Auxiliary Driving Systems
............................. 61
B

Battery
......................................... 47, 157Charging System Light......................... 47Keyless Key Fob Replacement............... 10
Belts, Seat
............................................. 90

Body Builders Guide
................................... 8
Body Mechanism Lubrication
..................... 161
B-Pillar Location
.................................... 173
Brake Assist System
................................. 57
Brake Control System, Electronic
................... 57
Brake Fluid
...................................166, 197
Brake System
................................166, 191Anti-Lock (ABS).................................. 56Fluid Check.................................... 166Master Cylinder............................... 166Parking............................................ 94Warning Light.................................... 48
Brake, Parking
........................................ 94
Brake/Transmission Interlock
...................... 96
Bulb Replacement
.................................. 123
Bulbs, Light
....................................91, 123
C

Camera, Rear
....................................... 109
Capacities, Fluid
.................................... 195
Caps, Filler
Fuel.............................................. 111Oil (Engine)..................................... 156Power Steering................................ 103Radiator (Coolant Pressure)................ 165
Car Washes
......................................... 187
Carbon Monoxide Warning
...................89, 194
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Engine

................................................ 156Air Cleaner...................................... 159Block Heater..................................... 93Break-In Recommendations.................. 93Compartment.................................. 156Compartment Identification................ 156Coolant (Antifreeze)................... 163, 195Cooling........................................... 163Exhaust Gas Caution................... 89, 194Fails To Start..................................... 92Flooded, Starting................................ 92Fuel Requirements................... 192, 195Jump Starting.................................. 145Oil......................................... 158, 195Oil Filler Cap.................................... 156Oil Filter......................................... 159Oil Selection............................ 158, 195Oil Synthetic.................................... 159Overheating.................................... 147Starting............................................ 92
Engine Oil Viscosity
................................. 159
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart
.......................... 159
Enhanced Accident Response Feature
........... 151
Entry System, Illuminated
............................ 27
Ethanol
............................................... 193
Exhaust Gas Cautions
........................ 89, 194
Exhaust System
............................... 89, 162
Exterior Lights
................................... 23, 91
F

Filters
Air Cleaner
...................................... 159Air Conditioning.......................... 34, 160Engine Oil............................... 159, 195Engine Oil Disposal........................... 159
Flashers
Hazard Warning................................ 123Turn Signals................................ 53, 91
Flat Tire Changing
........................... 168, 181
Flat Tire Stowage
............................ 168, 181
Flooded Engine Starting
.............................. 92
Fluid Capacities
.....................................195
Fluid Leaks
............................................. 91
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission..................... 168Brake............................................. 166Cooling System................................ 163Power Steering................................. 103
Fluids And Lubricants
............................... 195
Fog Lights
.............................................. 25
Fold-Flat Seats
........................................ 15
Four-Way Hazard Flasher
........................... 123
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
............................ 149

Fuel
.................................................. 192Additives........................................ 193Clean Air........................................ 192Ethanol.......................................... 193Filler Cap (Gas Cap).......................... 111Gasoline........................................ 192Materials Added.............................. 193Methanol....................................... 193Octane Rating..........................192, 195Requirements..........................192, 195Tank Capacity................................. 195
Fuses
................................................ 128
G

Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)
.......................... 111
Gasoline, Clean Air
................................. 192
Gasoline, Reformulated
........................... 192
Gear Ranges
.......................................... 97
Gear Selector Override
............................. 148
Glass Cleaning
...................................... 190
Gross Axle Weight Rating
...................112, 113
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
...............112, 113
Guide
Body Builders...................................... 8
GVWR
................................................ 112
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