Owner's Manual
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Low Fuel Warning Light Glows when the pointer is added and one minute has elapsed. 25. Ram fuel tank volumes are as trailer towing. If this button to toggle between "E" and 1/8 indication mark (approximately 15% of fuel when operating at idle or ... models • 35 gallons (132L) - 1500/2500/3500 long box models 28. Holding the button in resets the trip odometer reading when in areas where there aren't many gas stations. Odometer/Trip Odometer Button Press this light comes on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at maximum load conditions in trip...
Low Fuel Warning Light Glows when the pointer is added and one minute has elapsed. 25. Ram fuel tank volumes are as trailer towing. If this button to toggle between "E" and 1/8 indication mark (approximately 15% of fuel when operating at idle or ... models • 35 gallons (132L) - 1500/2500/3500 long box models 28. Holding the button in resets the trip odometer reading when in areas where there aren't many gas stations. Odometer/Trip Odometer Button Press this light comes on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at maximum load conditions in trip...
Owner's Manual
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... motion. This transmission has a "creeper" 1st gear which should be launched in 2nd gear. STARTING AND OPERATING 215 Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in MPH (KPH) Engine Model Axle Mode 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 3.7L 1500 3.55 ACCEL 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (72) & & 3.92 CRUISE 4....7L 1500 All ACCEL 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (72) & CRUISE Manual Transmission - 5-Speed (NV4500) 2500 and 3500 models are equipped with light accelerations, 5th gear is recommended. To shift into 2nd gear and damage the transmission. To shift into Reverse...
... motion. This transmission has a "creeper" 1st gear which should be launched in 2nd gear. STARTING AND OPERATING 215 Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in MPH (KPH) Engine Model Axle Mode 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 3.7L 1500 3.55 ACCEL 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (72) & & 3.92 CRUISE 4....7L 1500 All ACCEL 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (72) & CRUISE Manual Transmission - 5-Speed (NV4500) 2500 and 3500 models are equipped with light accelerations, 5th gear is recommended. To shift into 2nd gear and damage the transmission. To shift into Reverse...
Owner's Manual
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.... Manual Transmission Shift Speed in mph (km/h) Engine Model Axle Model 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 5 to 6 ACCEL 5.7L 2500/ ALL & 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (72) 3500 CRUISE Downshifting Moving from a high gear down steep hills. DRIVE OPERATION - IF EQUIPPED • Four-Wheel-Drive Dodge Ram Trucks are equipped with the clutch pedal...
.... Manual Transmission Shift Speed in mph (km/h) Engine Model Axle Model 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 5 to 6 ACCEL 5.7L 2500/ ALL & 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (72) 3500 CRUISE Downshifting Moving from a high gear down steep hills. DRIVE OPERATION - IF EQUIPPED • Four-Wheel-Drive Dodge Ram Trucks are equipped with the clutch pedal...
Owner's Manual
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S C H E D U L E S 3,000 (5 000) X 6,000 (10 000) X X 9,000 (14 000) X 12,000 (19 000) X X 15,000 (24 000) X Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. M 388 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. E Change rear axle fluid. X X X X 8 A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only.
S C H E D U L E S 3,000 (5 000) X 6,000 (10 000) X X 9,000 (14 000) X 12,000 (19 000) X X 15,000 (24 000) X Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. M 388 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. E Change rear axle fluid. X X X X 8 A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only.
Owner's Manual
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Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Inspect brake linings. Replace spark plugs. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Drain ...) X X 21,000 (34 000) X 24,000 (38 000) X X 27,000 (43 000) X 30,000 (48 000) X X X X X A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S X X X X* X 8 Change rear axle fluid. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. SCHEDULE "B" 389 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Inspect brake linings. Replace spark plugs. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Drain ...) X X 21,000 (34 000) X 24,000 (38 000) X X 27,000 (43 000) X 30,000 (48 000) X X X X X A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S X X X X* X 8 Change rear axle fluid. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. SCHEDULE "B" 389 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
Owner's Manual
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X X X X 8 S C H E D U L E S 33,000 (53 000) X 36,000 (58 000) X X 39,000 (62 000) X 42,000 (67 000) X X 45,000 (72 000) X Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only. E Change rear axle fluid. M 390 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
X X X X 8 S C H E D U L E S 33,000 (53 000) X 36,000 (58 000) X X 39,000 (62 000) X 42,000 (67 000) X X 45,000 (72 000) X Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only. E Change rear axle fluid. M 390 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
Owner's Manual
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... spark plugs. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Change rear axle fluid. SCHEDULE "B" 391 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect brake linings. Replace ignition cables. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4).
... spark plugs. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Change rear axle fluid. SCHEDULE "B" 391 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect brake linings. Replace ignition cables. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4).
Owner's Manual
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Change front axle fluid (4X4). E Inspect engine air cleaner filter. S C H E D U L E S 63,000 (101 000) X 66,000 (106 000) X X 69,000 (110 000) X 72,000 (115 000) X X 75,000 (120 000) X Change rear axle fluid. M 392 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required. (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). X X X X X 8 A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only. Inspect brake linings.
Change front axle fluid (4X4). E Inspect engine air cleaner filter. S C H E D U L E S 63,000 (101 000) X 66,000 (106 000) X X 69,000 (110 000) X 72,000 (115 000) X X 75,000 (120 000) X Change rear axle fluid. M 392 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required. (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). X X X X X 8 A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only. Inspect brake linings.
Owner's Manual
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...plugs. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Drain and refill automatic tranmission fluid and...134 000) X X 87,000 (139 000) X 90,000 (144 000) X X X X X A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S X X X X* X‡ X 8 Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. SCHEDULE "B" 393 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect brake linings. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.
...plugs. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Drain and refill automatic tranmission fluid and...134 000) X X 87,000 (139 000) X 90,000 (144 000) X X X X X A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S X X X X* X‡ X 8 Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. SCHEDULE "B" 393 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect brake linings. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.
Owner's Manual
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Inspect brake linings. X X 8 M 394 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. S C H E D U L E S 93,000 (149 000) X 96,000 (154 000) X X 99,000 (158 000) X 100,000 (160 000) 102,000 (163 000) X X X Flush and replace Power Steering Fluid. A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only. E Flush and replace engine coolant.
Inspect brake linings. X X 8 M 394 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. S C H E D U L E S 93,000 (149 000) X 96,000 (154 000) X X 99,000 (158 000) X 100,000 (160 000) 102,000 (163 000) X X X Flush and replace Power Steering Fluid. A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only. E Flush and replace engine coolant.
Owner's Manual
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Change rear axle fluid. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Inspect brake linings. Replace ignition cables. Replace spark plugs. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L...
Change rear axle fluid. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Inspect brake linings. Replace ignition cables. Replace spark plugs. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L...
Owner's Manual
Page 398
M 398 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect brake linings. X X X X X* X Replace engine air cleaner filter. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. E Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) S C H E D U L E S 36,000 (58 000) [36] X X 42,000 (67 000) [42] X X 48,000 (77 000) [48] X X 54,000 (84 000) [54] X X 60...
M 398 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect brake linings. X X X X X* X Replace engine air cleaner filter. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. E Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) S C H E D U L E S 36,000 (58 000) [36] X X 42,000 (67 000) [42] X X 48,000 (77 000) [48] X X 54,000 (84 000) [54] X X 60...
Owner's Manual
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...) [78] X X 84,000 90,000 96,000 (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) [84] [90] [96] X X X X X X X 100,000 160 000 A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S X X X X X X* X 8 X Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Inspect brake linings. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L...
...) [78] X X 84,000 90,000 96,000 (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) [84] [90] [96] X X X X X X X 100,000 160 000 A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S X X X X X X* X 8 X Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Inspect brake linings. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L...
Owner's Manual
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... X 114,000 (182 000) [114] X 120,000 (192 000) [120] X X X X‡ X X X X* 8 Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Replace engine air cleaner filter. N C Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Retain... all receipts. M 400 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. E Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 60 mos. Inspect PCV Valve, replace as necessary * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture ...
... X 114,000 (182 000) [114] X 120,000 (192 000) [120] X X X X‡ X X X X* 8 Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Replace engine air cleaner filter. N C Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Retain... all receipts. M 400 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. E Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 60 mos. Inspect PCV Valve, replace as necessary * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture ...
Owner Manual Diesel
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... running out of fuel when operating at idle or faster, with severe usage such as follows: • 34 gallons - 2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons - 2500/3500 long box models 28. Low Fuel Warning Light Glows when the pointer is between "E" and 1/8 indication mark (approximately 15...that there is reserve fuel capacity, which corresponds to Distance To Empty [DTE] = 0 on , stop the vehicle and run the engine at maximum load conditions in NEUTRAL until the light goes off. 29. Ram fuel tank volumes are as trailer towing. Check Gages This light illuminates when the Voltmeter...
... running out of fuel when operating at idle or faster, with severe usage such as follows: • 34 gallons - 2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons - 2500/3500 long box models 28. Low Fuel Warning Light Glows when the pointer is between "E" and 1/8 indication mark (approximately 15...that there is reserve fuel capacity, which corresponds to Distance To Empty [DTE] = 0 on , stop the vehicle and run the engine at maximum load conditions in NEUTRAL until the light goes off. 29. Ram fuel tank volumes are as trailer towing. Check Gages This light illuminates when the Voltmeter...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 302
... and tools from the edge of the roadway as possible before jacking. • Never start the engine with the drive tubes extending to the tire as possible on the straight part of motor traffic. 2. For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the vehicle when... vehicle: • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from storage. Place the jack under the axle as close to the front. For 2500/3500 4x4 series trucks, when changing the front wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to be extremely...
... and tools from the edge of the roadway as possible before jacking. • Never start the engine with the drive tubes extending to the tire as possible on the straight part of motor traffic. 2. For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the vehicle when... vehicle: • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from storage. Place the jack under the axle as close to the front. For 2500/3500 4x4 series trucks, when changing the front wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to be extremely...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 379
Pull bulb straight from the connector. Metric 128L 132L 128L 132L 11.4L 12.0 qts. 3. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 2. gal. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and housing. 7 gal. 26.5L 7 FLUID CAPACITIES FLUID CAPACITIES Fuel 2500 Shortbed Models 2500 Longbed Models 3500 Shortbed Models 3500 Longbed Models Engine Oil 5.9L Diesel Engine I-6 Cooling System 5.9L Diesel Engine I-6 U.S. 34 35 34 35 gal. gal. gal.
Pull bulb straight from the connector. Metric 128L 132L 128L 132L 11.4L 12.0 qts. 3. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 2. gal. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and housing. 7 gal. 26.5L 7 FLUID CAPACITIES FLUID CAPACITIES Fuel 2500 Shortbed Models 2500 Longbed Models 3500 Shortbed Models 3500 Longbed Models Engine Oil 5.9L Diesel Engine I-6 Cooling System 5.9L Diesel Engine I-6 U.S. 34 35 34 35 gal. gal. gal.
Owner Manual Diesel
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M 388 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Replace fuel filter element. Clean the water in fuel sensor. Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. 8 A Rotate tires. S C H E D U L E S 3,750 (6 000) 7,500 (12 000) X X X 11,250 (18 000) 15,000 (24 000) X X X X X X X X X 18,750 (30 000) Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. Inspect brake linings. Change rear axle fluid. N C Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modE els only. Change front axle fluid (4X4).
M 388 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Replace fuel filter element. Clean the water in fuel sensor. Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. 8 A Rotate tires. S C H E D U L E S 3,750 (6 000) 7,500 (12 000) X X X 11,250 (18 000) 15,000 (24 000) X X X X X X X X X 18,750 (30 000) Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. Inspect brake linings. Change rear axle fluid. N C Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modE els only. Change front axle fluid (4X4).
Owner Manual Diesel
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... blockage. Inspect drive belt, replace as required. Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. Inspect fan hub. Change rear axle fluid. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Replace fuel filter element. Clean the water in fuel sensor. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4...
... blockage. Inspect drive belt, replace as required. Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. Inspect fan hub. Change rear axle fluid. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Replace fuel filter element. Clean the water in fuel sensor. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4...
Owner Manual Diesel
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A Rotate tires. S C H E D U L E S 41,250 (66 000) 45,000 (72 000) X X X X X X X X X X 48,750 (78 000) 52,500 (84 000) X X X 56,250 (90 000) 8 Inspect drive belt, replace as required. Inspect brake linings. Change rear axle fluid. Clean the water in fuel sensor. Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. Change front axle fluid (4X4). M 390 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Replace fuel filter element. N C Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modE els only.
A Rotate tires. S C H E D U L E S 41,250 (66 000) 45,000 (72 000) X X X X X X X X X X 48,750 (78 000) 52,500 (84 000) X X X 56,250 (90 000) 8 Inspect drive belt, replace as required. Inspect brake linings. Change rear axle fluid. Clean the water in fuel sensor. Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. Change front axle fluid (4X4). M 390 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Replace fuel filter element. N C Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modE els only.