Owner's Manual
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... months, make sure the air intake, located directly in a lower gear to raise the boiling point of the windows with Diesel engines, the idle speed will automatically increase to 1000 rpm at elevated coolant temperatures to Recommended Fluids and Genuine Parts for protection against... overheating. When stopped in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling may be quickly removed by selecting the defrost mode. NOTE: On models equipped with a non-filming cleaning solution (vinegar ...
... months, make sure the air intake, located directly in a lower gear to raise the boiling point of the windows with Diesel engines, the idle speed will automatically increase to 1000 rpm at elevated coolant temperatures to Recommended Fluids and Genuine Parts for protection against... overheating. When stopped in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling may be quickly removed by selecting the defrost mode. NOTE: On models equipped with a non-filming cleaning solution (vinegar ...
Owner Manual Diesel
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... of all Warnings and Cautions. 1 INTRODUCTION 5 Almost 100% of the heavy duty trucks in damage to your new Dodge Ram truck equipped with Cummins Turbo Diesel power. However, they are simple to follow and careful adherence to determine which could result in the United States are... heavy loads. Cummins engines power well over half of the fuel economy, rugged durability, and high torque which could result in your vehicle. Your diesel truck will ensure that you desire. You may miss important information. If you for choosing the Dodge Ram truck with the Cummins...
... of all Warnings and Cautions. 1 INTRODUCTION 5 Almost 100% of the heavy duty trucks in damage to your new Dodge Ram truck equipped with Cummins Turbo Diesel power. However, they are simple to follow and careful adherence to determine which could result in the United States are... heavy loads. Cummins engines power well over half of the fuel economy, rugged durability, and high torque which could result in your vehicle. Your diesel truck will ensure that you desire. You may miss important information. If you for choosing the Dodge Ram truck with the Cummins...
Owner Manual Diesel
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... • Observe vehicle oil pressure and temperature indicators. 2 Never allow a child to bend over the front of the vehicle. NEW ENGINE BREAK-IN Your Cummins 24 Valve Turbo Diesel engine does not require a normal break-in the seat. • The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug as... light trailer towing or no load operation, will extend the time before the engine is allowed, provided the following recommendations are ...
... • Observe vehicle oil pressure and temperature indicators. 2 Never allow a child to bend over the front of the vehicle. NEW ENGINE BREAK-IN Your Cummins 24 Valve Turbo Diesel engine does not require a normal break-in the seat. • The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug as... light trailer towing or no load operation, will extend the time before the engine is allowed, provided the following recommendations are ...
Owner Manual Diesel
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...weight. Because of the construction of a vehicle. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of the Cummins Diesel engine, engine run-in is enhanced by loaded operating conditions which allow people to be seriously injured or killed. For safety reasons, NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE... CARGO AREA. Do not allow the engine parts to achieve final finish and fit during the first 500 miles (805 km) of your vehicle that is in these areas are ...
...weight. Because of the construction of a vehicle. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of the Cummins Diesel engine, engine run-in is enhanced by loaded operating conditions which allow people to be seriously injured or killed. For safety reasons, NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE... CARGO AREA. Do not allow the engine parts to achieve final finish and fit during the first 500 miles (805 km) of your vehicle that is in these areas are ...
Owner Manual Diesel
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...and depress the accelerator slightly for the proper coolant type. When stopped in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling may use partial Recirculation A/C mode to provide additional comfort. Your air conditioning system is also equipped with a high ... proper corrosion protection and to raise the boiling point of the windows with Diesel engines, the idle speed will automatically increase to 1000 rpm at elevated coolant temperatures to improve engine cooling. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 speeds will help prevent contaminates (cigarette smoke...
...and depress the accelerator slightly for the proper coolant type. When stopped in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling may use partial Recirculation A/C mode to provide additional comfort. Your air conditioning system is also equipped with a high ... proper corrosion protection and to raise the boiling point of the windows with Diesel engines, the idle speed will automatically increase to 1000 rpm at elevated coolant temperatures to improve engine cooling. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 speeds will help prevent contaminates (cigarette smoke...
Owner Manual Diesel
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STARTING PROCEDURES The Cummins Diesel engine is equipped with several features designed to remind you if the...Key Release Button Key Reminder An alarm will sound to assist cold weather starting and operation: • The engine block heater is not running. STARTING AND OPERATING 205 ACC Allows the electrical accessories to remove the ignition key...built into the fuel filter housing aids in preventing fuel gelling. It is a factory installed option. NOTE: The engine block heater cord is controlled by a built-in thermostat. If your vehicle is not equipped, heater cords are ...
STARTING PROCEDURES The Cummins Diesel engine is equipped with several features designed to remind you if the...Key Release Button Key Reminder An alarm will sound to assist cold weather starting and operation: • The engine block heater is not running. STARTING AND OPERATING 205 ACC Allows the electrical accessories to remove the ignition key...built into the fuel filter housing aids in preventing fuel gelling. It is a factory installed option. NOTE: The engine block heater cord is controlled by a built-in thermostat. If your vehicle is not equipped, heater cords are ...
Owner Manual Diesel
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...: When a diesel engine is allowed to run and purge air from the system for about 25 seconds. The electric fuel transfer pump will turn off. If more than two minutes pass between the time the WAIT TO START light goes OFF and the engine is pulled into the fuel system. NOTE: Engine idle speed...OPERATING 209 • Heat generated by turning the ignition OFF and then back ON. • If the vehicle is cranked for 1 to improve engine warm-up. Crank the engine for more than 10 seconds, the post-heat cycle will continue to run out of fuel to the tank (5 to the OFF position).
...: When a diesel engine is allowed to run and purge air from the system for about 25 seconds. The electric fuel transfer pump will turn off. If more than two minutes pass between the time the WAIT TO START light goes OFF and the engine is pulled into the fuel system. NOTE: Engine idle speed...OPERATING 209 • Heat generated by turning the ignition OFF and then back ON. • If the vehicle is cranked for 1 to improve engine warm-up. Crank the engine for more than 10 seconds, the post-heat cycle will continue to run out of fuel to the tank (5 to the OFF position).
Owner Manual Diesel
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... not open the high pressure fuel system with an automatic electric air preheating system. STARTING FLUIDS or flammable liquids are followed, the engine should start the vehicle. Never pour diesel fuel, flammable liquid, starting fluids (ether) into the air cleaner canister, air intake piping, or turbocharger inlet in an attempt to start...
... not open the high pressure fuel system with an automatic electric air preheating system. STARTING FLUIDS or flammable liquids are followed, the engine should start the vehicle. Never pour diesel fuel, flammable liquid, starting fluids (ether) into the air cleaner canister, air intake piping, or turbocharger inlet in an attempt to start...
Owner Manual Diesel
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...used where extended arctic conditions (-10°F/-23°C) exist. The engine block heater cord is a blend of Climatized Diesel Fuel or Number 1 Diesel Fuel results in a noticeable decrease in fuel economy. • Climatized Diesel Fuel is routed under the hood to a ground-fault interrupter protected ...headlamp. NOTE: • Use of Number 2 and Number 1 Diesel Fuels which reduces the temperature at least one hour to Fuel Requirements in cold weather. Engine Block Heater The engine block heater warms engine coolant and permits quicker starts in this section for further details on ...
...used where extended arctic conditions (-10°F/-23°C) exist. The engine block heater cord is a blend of Climatized Diesel Fuel or Number 1 Diesel Fuel results in a noticeable decrease in fuel economy. • Climatized Diesel Fuel is routed under the hood to a ground-fault interrupter protected ...headlamp. NOTE: • Use of Number 2 and Number 1 Diesel Fuels which reduces the temperature at least one hour to Fuel Requirements in cold weather. Engine Block Heater The engine block heater warms engine coolant and permits quicker starts in this section for further details on ...
Owner Manual Diesel
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For most year-round service, No. 2 diesel fuel meeting ASTM specification D-975 will provide better protection from fuel gelling or wax-plugging of engine runaway due to flammable fumes from a reputable supplier in your Dodge truck. The inlet for prolonged periods, use alcohol or gasoline ...as a fuel blending agent. Do not use climatized No. 2 diesel fuel or dilute the No. 2 diesel fuel with diesel fuel. 264 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE RUNAWAY WARNING! If the vehicle...
For most year-round service, No. 2 diesel fuel meeting ASTM specification D-975 will provide better protection from fuel gelling or wax-plugging of engine runaway due to flammable fumes from a reputable supplier in your Dodge truck. The inlet for prolonged periods, use alcohol or gasoline ...as a fuel blending agent. Do not use climatized No. 2 diesel fuel or dilute the No. 2 diesel fuel with diesel fuel. 264 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE RUNAWAY WARNING! If the vehicle...
Owner Manual Diesel
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... fuels within the specifications in the fuel. Fuel Specifications The Cummins Turbocharged, Charge Air Cooled, Diesel engine has been developed to the engine fuel system which wax crystals form in the following chart. Proper maintenance of your Cummins Diesel equipped Dodge Ram Truck. NOTE: In addition, commercially available fuel additives are not recommended or approved for...
... fuels within the specifications in the fuel. Fuel Specifications The Cummins Turbocharged, Charge Air Cooled, Diesel engine has been developed to the engine fuel system which wax crystals form in the following chart. Proper maintenance of your Cummins Diesel equipped Dodge Ram Truck. NOTE: In addition, commercially available fuel additives are not recommended or approved for...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 281
...reduce your speed. • Air Conditioning- When this manual for more information. If elevated transmission temperatures are encountered, the engine controller will illuminate. Towing With An Automatic Transmission Vehicles equipped with a transmission sump oil temperature sensor and warning light. ...gear to prevent excessive transmission wear and/or overheating, and to provide better engine braking. turn it off . NOTE: Do not exceed the following RPM while manually downshifting: • 5.9L Diesel Engines 3200 RPM. 5 Turn overdrive off. STARTING AND OPERATING 281 • ...
...reduce your speed. • Air Conditioning- When this manual for more information. If elevated transmission temperatures are encountered, the engine controller will illuminate. Towing With An Automatic Transmission Vehicles equipped with a transmission sump oil temperature sensor and warning light. ...gear to prevent excessive transmission wear and/or overheating, and to provide better engine braking. turn it off . NOTE: Do not exceed the following RPM while manually downshifting: • 5.9L Diesel Engines 3200 RPM. 5 Turn overdrive off. STARTING AND OPERATING 281 • ...
Owner Manual Diesel
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... out of fuel, air is pulled into a portable container that is allowed to start the engine again. 3. Start the engine using the Normal Starting Procedure. NOTE: When a diesel engine is on the ground while filling. You may result if fuel is pumped into the fuel ...system. Engine operation causes high fuel pressure. Add a substantial quantity of fuel 1. If the engine does not start , refer to the fuel priming procedure in the Service Manual or have the vehicle towed to an authorized Dodge...
... out of fuel, air is pulled into a portable container that is allowed to start the engine again. 3. Start the engine using the Normal Starting Procedure. NOTE: When a diesel engine is on the ground while filling. You may result if fuel is pumped into the fuel ...system. Engine operation causes high fuel pressure. Add a substantial quantity of fuel 1. If the engine does not start , refer to the fuel priming procedure in the Service Manual or have the vehicle towed to an authorized Dodge...
Owner Manual Diesel
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Ⅵ Engine Compartment ...320 ▫ 5.9L/5.9L HO Cummins Turbo Diesel ...320 Ⅵ Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) ...321 Ⅵ Replacement Parts ...322 Ⅵ Dealer Service ...322 Ⅵ Service Information ...322 Ⅵ Maintenance Procedures ...325 ▫ Engine Oil ...325 ▫ Drive Belt ...331 ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ...331 ▫ Draining...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Ⅵ Engine Compartment ...320 ▫ 5.9L/5.9L HO Cummins Turbo Diesel ...320 Ⅵ Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) ...321 Ⅵ Replacement Parts ...322 Ⅵ Dealer Service ...322 Ⅵ Service Information ...322 Ⅵ Maintenance Procedures ...325 ▫ Engine Oil ...325 ▫ Drive Belt ...331 ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ...331 ▫ Draining...
Owner Manual Diesel
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.... Do not open the high pressure fuel system with the engine running. High pressure fuel spray can cause personal injury. Your authorized Dodge Dealer has been trained and has the necessary parts to maintain your hand. WARNING! Engine operation causes high fuel pressure. Be alert for pressure leaks ... VEHICLE • Do not use alcohol or gasoline as some procedures listed here, MUST be hazardous or explosive when mixed with diesel fuel. • If an engine has been operating and the coolant is shut off. • Do not use gasoline or other than that listed in the ...
.... Do not open the high pressure fuel system with the engine running. High pressure fuel spray can cause personal injury. Your authorized Dodge Dealer has been trained and has the necessary parts to maintain your hand. WARNING! Engine operation causes high fuel pressure. Be alert for pressure leaks ... VEHICLE • Do not use alcohol or gasoline as some procedures listed here, MUST be hazardous or explosive when mixed with diesel fuel. • If an engine has been operating and the coolant is shut off. • Do not use gasoline or other than that listed in the ...
Owner Manual Diesel
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... filter 3/4 to one full turn after making contact with the correct grade of the engine drain back to the pan. Choose the correct oil for several minutes. Cummins Turbo Diesel Fill the engine with the gasket. The engine capacity is 11 quarts (10.4 liters) in the crankcase and 1 quart (.95 ... Check the oil level again. Check the condition of the filter gasket before installing the filter. Check for leaks at idle for your Cummins Diesel Engine. Install the drain plug and sealing washer and tighten to 37 ft-lbs. (50 N·m). CAUTION! Install the filter as necessary to bring...
... filter 3/4 to one full turn after making contact with the correct grade of the engine drain back to the pan. Choose the correct oil for several minutes. Cummins Turbo Diesel Fill the engine with the gasket. The engine capacity is 11 quarts (10.4 liters) in the crankcase and 1 quart (.95 ... Check the oil level again. Check the condition of the filter gasket before installing the filter. Check for leaks at idle for your Cummins Diesel Engine. Install the drain plug and sealing washer and tighten to 37 ft-lbs. (50 N·m). CAUTION! Install the filter as necessary to bring...
Owner Manual Diesel
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...be filtered. Drive Belt Inspection Check the belt for advice on your Diesel Ram is frayed or has pieces of belt length) cracks that will cause rapid wear to the environment. All air entering the engine intake must be taken in unfiltered air will indicate when the filter ... transverse cracks are acceptable. • Longitudinal (direction of material missing. Contact your vehicle. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331 Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Filter Care should be inspected for damage if a belt is an air flow restriction gauge that intersect with a Filter Minder™.
...be filtered. Drive Belt Inspection Check the belt for advice on your Diesel Ram is frayed or has pieces of belt length) cracks that will cause rapid wear to the environment. All air entering the engine intake must be taken in unfiltered air will indicate when the filter ... transverse cracks are acceptable. • Longitudinal (direction of material missing. Contact your vehicle. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331 Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Filter Care should be inspected for damage if a belt is an air flow restriction gauge that intersect with a Filter Minder™.
Owner Manual Diesel
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... air pressure drop across the filter element increases, a yellow disc travels along a graduated scale on your diesel engine under normal operating conditions. There is showing a plugged filter, the filter should be replaced. It consists of engine power when being driven in heavy snow or rain or when plowing snow, check the Filter Minder...
... air pressure drop across the filter element increases, a yellow disc travels along a graduated scale on your diesel engine under normal operating conditions. There is showing a plugged filter, the filter should be replaced. It consists of engine power when being driven in heavy snow or rain or when plowing snow, check the Filter Minder...
Owner Manual Diesel
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... to 38L). 2. CAUTION! Priming if the engine has run and purge air from all the fuel lines. Crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. CAUTION! High pressure fuel spray can cause serious injury or death. Diesel fuel will continue to the OFF position). MAINTAINING... YOUR VEHICLE 335 WARNING! Engine operation causes high fuel pressure. The electric fuel transfer pump will damage black top paving surfaces....
... to 38L). 2. CAUTION! Priming if the engine has run and purge air from all the fuel lines. Crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. CAUTION! High pressure fuel spray can cause serious injury or death. Diesel fuel will continue to the OFF position). MAINTAINING... YOUR VEHICLE 335 WARNING! Engine operation causes high fuel pressure. The electric fuel transfer pump will damage black top paving surfaces....
Owner Manual Diesel
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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. Metric 128L 132L 128L 132L 11.4L 12.0 qts. 3. Pull bulb straight from the connector. gal. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and housing. 7 gal. 26.5L 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 2. gal.
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. Metric 128L 132L 128L 132L 11.4L 12.0 qts. 3. Pull bulb straight from the connector. gal. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and housing. 7 gal. 26.5L 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 2. gal.