Dodge 2009 Ram Diesel - Manuals

Page 2 - Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of

VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the nameChrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and thename Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefor. DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents.Your driving ability can be seri...

Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; SECTION

TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE 1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 3 UNDERSTANDING THE ...

Page 5 - INTRODUCTION; CONTENTS; A Message From Chrysler LLC

INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 A Message From Chrysler LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1

Page 6 - A MESSAGE FROM CHRYSLER LLC; Chrysler LLC and Cummins

A MESSAGE FROM CHRYSLER LLC Chrysler LLC and Cummins 威 welcome you as a Cum- mins 威 turbocharged diesel-powered truck owner. Almost 100% of all heavy duty trucks are diesel-poweredbecause of the fuel economy, rugged durability, and hightorque which permits pulling heavy loads. Cummins 威 , engines po...

Page 7 - THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE; Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . 6 ▫ To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel . . . . . . 6 ▫ To Release The Steering Wheel Lock . . . . . . . . 6 䡵 Engine Break-In Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . 6 2

Page 8 - If you turned the wheel to the right to engage; ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS; The Cummins

STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive steeringwheel lock. This lock prevents steering the vehicle with-out the ignition key. If the steering wheel is movedapproximately a half turn in either direction and the keyis not in the ignition switch, the steering whee...

Page 11 - UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE; Compass/Temperature Button

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Overhead Console With Electronic VehicleInformation Center (EVIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ▫ Dome/Reading Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)— If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Page 12 - The dome/reading lights will remain on until

OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH ELECTRONICVEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) The overhead console contains dome/reading lights, andan Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Dome/Reading Lights Located in the overhead console are two dome/readinglights. The dome/reading lights illuminate when a door isop...

Page 13 - Trip Functions; Overhead Console With EVIC

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — IfEquipped Pressing the MENU button will change thedisplay to one of the following features: Trip Functions Pressing the STEP button allows you to scroll throughone of the following Trip Function features: • TRIP – Shows the total distance traveled sinc...

Page 15 - Oil Change Required — If Equipped

• PERSONAL SETTINGS NOT AVAILABLE – Vehiclenot in PARK or Vehicle in Motion (Manual Transmis-sion Only) • LEFT/RIGHT FRONT DOOR AJAR (one or more,with a single chime if speed is above 1 mph (1.6 km/h) • LEFT/RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR (one or more, witha single chime if speed is above 1 mph (1.6 km/h) • D...

Page 16 - When prompted by the Engine Oil Change; Under no circumstances; Turn the ignition switch to the ON position; Perform Service

scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil changeindicator system is duty cycle based, which means theengine oil change interval may fluctuate, dependentupon your personal driving style. NOTE: When prompted by the Engine Oil Change Indicator System, the engine oil and filter must bechanged. If no...

Page 17 - Use the STEP button to display one of the following:

Cooler, and cleaning of the EGR Valve. The procedure forclearing and resetting the “Perform Service” indicatormessage is located in the appropriate service informa-tion. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for theproper emission maintenance intervals. Personal Settings (Customer Program...

Page 18 - “RKE UNLOCK DRV DR 1st” – When; DRV DR 1st; ALL DR 1ST; is

• “RKE UNLOCK DRV DR 1st” – When DRV DR 1st is selected, only the driver’s door will unlock on the firstpress of the remote keyless entry UNLOCK button.When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, you mustpress the remote keyless entry UNLOCK button twiceto unlock the passenger’s doors. To make your sele...

Page 19 - If this feature is enabled, the headlamps will be

• “KEY OFF POWER DELAY > OFF” – When thisfeature is selected, the power window switches, radio,hands–free system (if equipped), and power outletswill remain active for up to 10 minutes after theignition switch is turned OFF. Opening a vehicle doorwill cancel this feature. To make your selection, ...

Page 20 - Temperature accuracy can be affected from heat; Automatic Compass Calibration

Compass/Temperature Button Pressing the Compass/Temperature buttonwill return the display to the normal compass/temperature display. NOTE: Temperature accuracy can be affected from heat soak. For best accuracy, the vehicle should be driven at aspeed greater than 25 mph (40 km/h) for several min-utes...

Page 21 - Compass Variance; Magnetic materials should be kept away from; Compass Variance Map

Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between magneticNorth and Geographic North. In some areas of thecountry, the difference between magnetic and geographicNorth is great enough to cause the compass to give falsereadings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be setusing the follo...

Page 22 - Press and release the Compass button to exit.

1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 2. Press the MENU button until “Personal Settings” isdisplayed. 3. Press the STEP button until “Compass Variance” isdisplayed. 4. Press and release RESET button until the propervariance zone is selected according to the map. 5. Press and release th...

Page 23 - UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL; Instrument Cluster

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 䡵 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 ▫ 6.7L Diesel Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 䡵 Instrument Cluster Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 ...

Page 24 - INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Headlight Switch 6 — Passenger Airbag* 11 — TPMS “Light Load” Reset Switch* 16 — Transfer Case Control Switch* 2 — Air Outlets 7 — Glove Box 12 — Power Sliding Back Glass Switch* 17 — Parking Brake Release Lever 3 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Passenger Airbag On/ Off Switch...

Page 25 - INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 6.7L Diesel Engine UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 23 4

Page 26 - INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION; Check Gages Warning Light

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 1. Check Gages Warning Light This light will illuminate when the voltmeter,engine oil pressure, or engine coolant temperature gauge indicates a reading either too high or too low.Examine the gauges carefully, and follow the instructionscontained below for each indicate...

Page 28 - TOW HAUL Indicator Light; Temperature Gauge

9. Oil Pressure Gauge The pointer should always indicate some oil pres-sure when the engine is running. A continuous high or low reading, under normal driving conditions,may indicate a lubrication system malfunction. Immedi-ate service should be obtained. NOTE: If the gauge pointer moves to either e...

Page 29 - Vehicle Security Light

CAUTION! Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the en-gine running, as you would not be able to react to thetemperature indicator if the engine overheats. NOTE: • Engine idle speed will automatically increase to 1,000RPM at elevated coolant temperatures to improveengine cooling. • If the gauge p...

Page 39 - STARTING AND OPERATING

STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 ▫ Manual Transmission – If Equipped . . . . . . . . 39 ▫ Automatic Transmission – If Equipped . . . . . . 39 ▫ Normal Starting Procedure –Engine Manifold Air TemperatureAbove 66°F (19°C) . . . . . . . ...

Page 44 - If multiple pre-heat cycles are used before

3. After engine start-up, check to see that there is oilpressure. 4. Allow the engine to idle about three minutes until themanifold heaters have completed the post-heat cycle. 5. Release the parking brake and drive. NOTE: • Engine idle speed will automatically increase to 1,000RPM at low coolant tem...

Page 46 - Observe the following when the engine is operating.

Starting Fluids WARNING! Starting fluids or flammable liquids are never to beused in the Cummins 威 diesel engine (see Warning label). Never pour diesel fuel, flammable liquid,starting fluids (ether) into the air cleaner canister, airintake piping, or turbocharger inlet in an attempt tostart the vehi...

Page 47 - Use “Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuels”

engine control module. Post-heat operation can runfor several minutes, and then the electrical systemand voltmeter needle will stabilize. • The cycling action will cause temporary dimming ofthe headlamps, interior lamps, and also a noticeablereduction in blower motor speed. Cold Weather Precautions ...

Page 48 - The engine requires the use of; “Ultra Low Sulfur; . Use of incorrect fuel could result in; Engine Oil Usage

• The engine requires the use of “Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel” . Use of incorrect fuel could result in engine and exhaust system damage. Refer to” FuelRequirements” in Section 5. Engine Oil Usage Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in Section 7 of thismanual for the correct engine oil viscosity. Wint...

Page 49 - Engine Idling

Your vehicle is equipped with a turbo speed limiter, thisfeature limits the engine speed to 1,200 RPM whenengine coolant temperatures are below 70°F (21°C). Thisfeature is designed to protect the turbo charger fromdamage and will only operate in PARK or NEUTRAL. If temperatures are below 32°F (0°C),...

Page 50 - For EVIC messages related to the vehicle’s; Stopping The Engine

CAUTION! Extended periods of idle time may not allow thevehicle’s exhaust aftertreatment system to properlyregenerate. This can lead to the illumination of theMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL) or an ElectronicVehicle Information Center (EVIC) warning message.Operating the engine for extended periods...

Page 52 - City Driving —

Engine Speed Control CAUTION! Prevent overspeeding the engine going downhill.When descending steep grades, use a combination ofgears and service brakes to control vehicle/enginespeed. Overspeed can cause severe engine damage. Operating Precautions Avoid Overheating The Engine The temperature of the ...

Page 53 - Do Not Operate The Engine With Failed Parts

• Up Steep Hills — Select a lower transmission gear, but try and keep thetorque converter clutch engaged. • Air Conditioning — Turn it off temporarily. Do Not Operate The Engine With Low OilPressure When the engine is at normal operating temperature, theminimum oil pressures required are: Idle 700 t...

Page 54 - ENGINE BLOCK HEATER; The engine block heater cord is a factory in-; Block Heater Usage

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER The engine block heater warms engine coolant andpermits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the heatercord to a ground-fault interrupter protected 110–115 VoltAC electrical outlet with a grounded, three-wire exten-sion cord. The engine block heater cord is routed under the ho...

Page 55 - Exhaust Brake Switch

DIESEL EXHAUST BRAKE (ENGINE BRAKING) –IF EQUIPPED The exhaust brake feature will only function when thedriver turns the exhaust brake switch to the ON position. Once the switch is in the ON position and the vehicle ismoving faster than 5 mph (8 km/h); the exhaust brake will automatically operate wh...

Page 56 - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED

NOTE: For optimum braking power it is recommended to use the exhaust brake while in TOW/HAUL Mode. The purpose of the exhaust brake (engine braking) fea-ture is to supply negative (braking) torque to the engine.Typically, the engine braking is used for, but not limitedto, vehicle towing applications...

Page 57 - Gear Ranges; PARK

Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK orNEUTRAL position into another gear range. PARK This gear position supplements the parking brake bylocking the transmission. The engine can be started inthis range. Never use PARK while the vehicle is inmotion. Apply the parking brake when ...

Page 59 - Overdrive Operation

Overdrive Operation The overdrive automatic transmission contains an elec-tronically controlled 5th and 6th (Overdrive). The trans-mission will automatically shift from DRIVE to Over-drive if the following conditions are present: • the shift lever is in DRIVE; • the engine coolant has reached normal...

Page 60 - When To Use TOW HAUL

When To Use TOW HAUL When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying aheavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc-curs, press the TOW/HAUL switch once to select TOWHAUL. In TOW HAUL mode, 4th to 5th gear upshifts are delayed. Shifts into 5th and 6th gear are still allowedunder st...

Page 61 - Torque Converter Clutch

Switching from ERS to D-Mode can be done at anyvehicle speed. To switch from “Drive” mode to “ERS”mode, press the switch down (-) once. The current gearwill be maintained as the top gear. To disable ERS, simplypress and hold the switch up (+) until “D” is displayed inthe instrument cluster odometer....

Page 64 - Use caution when operating a heavily loaded

REVERSE Use this range only after the vehicle has come to acomplete stop. NEUTRAL Shift into NEUTRAL when the vehicle is standing forprolonged periods with the engine running. The enginemay be started in this range. Set the parking brake if youmust leave the vehicle. DRIVE This position provides all...

Page 66 - Tow Haul O/D Off Switch

speeds above approximately 35 to 40 mph (57 to65 km/h) for 6th to 5th and 22 to 25 mph (36 to 40 km/h)for 5th to 4th. When To Use “TOW HAUL” and “O/D OFF”Modes When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying aheavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc-curs, press the “TOW HAUL O...

Page 68 - MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED; During cold weather, you may experience in-

• If the vehicle has not been driven in several days, thefirst few seconds of operation after shifting the trans-mission into gear may seem sluggish. This is due to thefluid partially draining from the torque converter intothe transmission. This condition is normal and will notcause damage to the tr...

Page 69 - Shift Pattern

Shifting Truck models with manual transmission are equippedwith a clutch interlocking ignition system. The clutchpedal must be fully depressed to start the vehicle. Fully depress the clutch pedal before shifting gears. Asyou release the clutch pedal, lightly depress the accelera-tor pedal. This tran...

Page 70 - Maximum Recommended Up-shift Speeds; Gear; Downshifting

Maximum Recommended Up-shift Speeds Gear Selec- tion L to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 5 to 6 Maxi- mum Speed 7 mph (11 km/h) 15 mph (24 km/h) 25 mph (40 km/h) 40 mph (64 km/h) 45 mph (72 km/h) Downshifting Moving from a high gear down to a lower gear isrecommended to preserve brakes when driving downstee...

Page 71 - Reverse Shifting

Maximum Recommended Downshift Speeds CAUTION! Failure to follow the recommended downshiftingspeeds may cause the engine to overspeed and/ordamage the clutch disc even if the clutch pedal isdepressed. Maximum Recommended Downshifting Speeds Gear Selec- tion 6 to 5 5 to 4 4 to 3 3 to 2 2 to L Maxi- mu...

Page 72 - Stationary Mode; Vehicle engine must be running

POWER TAKE OFF OPERATION – IF EQUIPPED(CHASSIS CAB ONLY) This vehicle when equipped with either the automaticsix-speed or manual G-56 six-speed transmissions, willallow for an aftermarket upfit with a transmission drivenPTO (power take off). The customer will have the abilityto operate the PTO in ei...

Page 73 - Mobile Mode; Parking brake must not be applied

disengage PTO operation and return to “standard vehicleoperation” simply turn the upfitter-provided on/offswitch to the OFF position or press the CANCEL cruiseswitch. To operate the PTO via a remote switch the customermust make sure the above conditions are met. It is vitalfor proper operation that ...

Page 77 - Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel

WARNING! A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a portablecontainer that is on a truck bed. You could be burned.Always place fuel containers on the ground whilefilling. Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacementcap is for use with this vehicle. CAUTION! Da...

Page 78 - Bulk Fuel Storage; When a diesel engine is allowed to run out of

Bulk Fuel Storage If you store quantities of fuel, good maintenance of thestored fuel is also essential. Fuel contaminated withwater will promote the growth of “microbes.” Thesemicrobes form “slime” that will clog fuel filters and lines.Drain condensation from the supply tank and change theline filt...

Page 79 - WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES; With Portable Starting Unit

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Jump-Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 ▫ With Portable Starting Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 6

Page 81 - Attaching Booster Cables

1. Attach one jumper cable to the positive terminal ofbooster battery and the other end of the same cable to thepositive terminal of the discharged battery. WARNING! Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as thiscould establish a ground connection and personalinjury could result. Attaching Boost...

Page 82 - a. Disconnect the negative cable at the engine ground.

2. Connect one end of the other jumper cable to negative(-) post of booster battery. Connect the other end of thejumper cable to a good ground on the engine block of thevehicle with the discharged battery. Make sure a goodconnection is made, free of dirt and grease. WARNING! • Do not connect the cab...

Page 85 - MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Engine Compartment — 6.7L Diesel . . . . . . . . . 85 䡵 Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 ▫ Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 ▫ Draining Fuel...

Page 87 - ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.7L DIESEL

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.7L DIESEL 1 — Battery 8 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Oil Fill 9 — Integrated Power Module 3 — Engine Oil Dipstick 10 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 4 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 11 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 5 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 12 — Coolant Pressure Cap 6 ...

Page 88 - MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES; The pages that follow contain the; required; maintenance; Engine Oil

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed yourvehicle. Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixedmaintenance intervals, there are other items that shouldoperate satisfactorily without periodic maintena...

Page 89 - or

Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground willimprove the accuracy of the oil level readings. Add oilonly when the level on the dipstick is below the “ADD”mark. The total capacity from the low mark to the highmark is 2 qts (1.9L). CAUTION! Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will c...

Page 90 - synthetic; engine oil that meets Chrysler Materials Stan-

Oils with a high ash content may produce deposits onvalves that can progress to guttering and valve burning.A maximum sulfated ash content of 1.00 mass % isrecommended for all oil used in the engine. The same oil change interval is to be followed forsynthetic oil as for petroleum based oil. Also, sy...

Page 91 - Engine oil not designated by the Chrysler or Cummins; Synthetic Engine Oils

Engine oil not designated by the Chrysler or Cummins 威 Material Standards and API CJ-4 should not be used, asengine and exhaust system durability may be compro-mised. The engine oil filler cap also shows the recom-mended engine oil viscosity for your engine. For infor-mation on engine oil filler cap...

Page 92 - Engine Air Cleaner Filter

Engine Air Cleaner Filter CAUTION! All air entering the engine intake must be filtered.The abrasive particles in unfiltered air will causerapid wear to engine components. The condition of the air cleaner filter is monitored by theEngine Control Module. The Electronic Vehicle Informa-tion Center (EVI...

Page 94 - Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter

Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter The fuel filter and water separator assembly is located onthe driver’s side of the engine. The best access to thewater drain valve is through the driver’s side wheel well. CAUTION! • Do not drain the fuel/water separator filter whenthe engine is running. • Diesel...

Page 96 - Fuel Filter Replacement; Using a fuel filter that does not meet the

Fuel Filter Replacement NOTE: Using a fuel filter that does not meet the manufacturer’s filtration and water separating require-ments can severely impact fuel system life and reliability. CAUTION! • Diesel fuel will damage blacktop paving surfaces.Drain the filter into an appropriate container. • Do...

Page 97 - Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel; Repeat the procedure if the engine does not start.

Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel WARNING! Do not open the high pressure fuel system with theengine running. Engine operation causes high fuelpressure. High pressure fuel spray can cause seriousinjury or death. 1. Add a substantial amount of fuel to the tank, approxi-mately 5 to 10 gal (19L ...

Page 99 - Exhaust System — Regeneration Required Now

Additionally, the overhead console in your vehicle hasthe ability to alert you to additional maintenance re-quired on your truck or engine. Refer to the followingmessages that may be displayed on your ElectronicVehicle Information Center (EVIC): WARNING! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you ...

Page 100 - diesel; Exhaust Filter XX% Full

By simply driving your vehicle at highway speeds for aslittle as 45 minutes, you can remedy the condition in theparticulate filter system and allow your Cummins 威 diesel engine and exhaust after-treatment system to remove thetrapped PM and restore the system to normal operatingcondition. Exhaust Fil...

Page 101 - Maintenance-Free Batteries; Replacement batteries should both be of equal

CAUTION! See your authorized dealer, as damage to the exhaustsystem could occur soon with continued operation. Maintenance-Free Batteries The top of the maintenance-free batteries are perma-nently sealed. You will never have to add water, nor isperiodic maintenance required. NOTE: Replacement batter...

Page 104 - Adding Coolant; The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR

CAUTION! (Continued) • This vehicle has not been designed for use withPropylene Glycol based engine coolant (anti-freeze). Use of Propylene Glycol based enginecoolant (antifreeze) is not recommended. Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved enginecoolant (antifreeze) that allows e...

Page 105 - Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types will; Cooling System Pressure Cap

Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-cording to the temperatures occurring in the area wherethe vehicle is operated. NOTE: Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types will decrease the life of the engine coolant (antifreeze) a...

Page 106 - When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles (a

rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol basedengine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow itto remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by achild, contact a physician immediately. Clean up anyground spills immediately. Coola...

Page 107 - Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle.; Charge Air Cooler — Inter-Cooler

• Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. • Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point inthe radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle. Ifengine coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, thecontents of the coolant recovery bottle must also beprotected against freezing. • If frequent eng...

Page 111 - below

required into the dipstick tube. Do not overfill. After adding any quantity of oil through the oil fill tube, waita minimum of two minutes for the oil to fully drain intothe transmission before rechecking the fluid level. NOTE: If it is necessary to check the transmission below the operating tempera...

Page 112 - Fluid Level Check — AS68RC (Chassis Cab Only); Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert it until seated.; Do not overfill. Never use; After adding any quantity of oil through

Fluid Level Check — AS68RC (Chassis Cab Only) Check the fluid level while the transmission is at normaloperating temperature. This occurs after at least 15 miles(25 km) of driving. At normal operating temperature, thefluid cannot be held comfortably between the fingertips. To properly check the tran...

Page 113 - Fluid and Filter Change

the dipstick tube, wait a minimum of two minutes for theoil to fully drain into the transmission before recheckingthe fluid level. NOTE: If it is necessary to check the transmission below the operating temperature, the fluid level should bebetween the two COLD (lower) holes on the dipstickwith the f...

Page 114 - Required Maintenance For Noise Control Systems

Noise Control System Required Maintenance &Warranty All vehicles built over 10,000 lbs. (4 535 kg) Gross VehicleWeight Rating and manufactured for sale and use in theUnited States are required to comply with the FederalGovernment’s Exterior Noise Regulations. These vehiclescan be identified by t...

Page 115 - Tampering With Noise Control System Prohibited; − Removal of the air cleaner.

or suspected. Proper maintenance of the entire vehiclewill help the effectiveness of the noise control systems. Exhaust System Inspect the entire exhaust system for leaks and damagedparts. Devices such as hangers, clamps, and U-boltsshould be tight and in good condition. Damaged compo-nents, burned ...

Page 116 - EXHAUST SYSTEM; − Removal or rendering inoperative exhaust system; ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM; − Removal or rendering inoperative the fan clutch.; Noise Emission Warranty

• EXHAUST SYSTEM − Removal or rendering inoperative exhaust system components including the muffler or tailpipe. • ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM − Removal or rendering inoperative the fan clutch. − Removal of the fan shroud. Noise Emission Warranty The manufacturer warrants that this vehicle as manufac-ture...

Page 117 - Maintenance Log and Service Chart (Diesel Engines); KILOMETERS

Maintenance Log and Service Chart (Diesel Engines) Noise Systems Maintenance Chart and Service Log — Insert Month, Day, Year under column mileage closest tothe mileage at which service was performed.MILES 7,500 15,000 22,500 30,000 37,500 45,000 52,500 60,000 KILOMETERS 12 000 24 000 36 000 48 000 6...

Page 118 - L Turbo Diesel Engine; Cooling System

FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Engine Oil with Filter 6.7L Turbo Diesel Engine 12 Quarts 11.4 Liters Cooling System 6.7L Turbo Diesel Engine (MOPAR 威 Engine Coolant/ Antifreeze 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 5.7 Gallons 21.4 Liters 116 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Page 120 - Component; MOPAR; This vehicle is fully com-

Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Crankcase Ventilation Filter(6.7L Turbo Diesel Engine) MOPAR 威 CCV Filter or equivalent Fuel Selection(6.7L Turbo Diesel Engine) Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in your vehicle.Federal law requires that you must fuel this vehicle wit...

Page 123 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES; Maintenance Schedule

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 ▫ Oil Change Indicator System . . . . . . . . . . . 123 ▫ Perform Service Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals . . . . . . . . . 124 8

Page 124 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; At Each Stop for Fuel

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CAUTION! Failure to perform the required maintenance itemsmay result in damage to the vehicle. At Each Stop for Fuel • Check the engine oil level about 30 minutes after afully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil levelwhile the vehicle is on level ground will improve thea...

Page 125 - Oil Change Indicator System

Oil Change Indicator System Ram Truck Pick-Up (2500 and 3500 Models) Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil changeindicator system. This system will alert you when it istime to change your engine oil by displaying the words“Oil Change Required” on your Electronic Vehicle Infor-mation Center (EV...

Page 149 - INDEX

Page 156 - Trip Odometer

Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27,35 Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Variance, Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Vehicle Information Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Viscosity, Engine Oil . . ....