Owner Manual
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...the right time provides better acceleration when you desire to resume speed. IF EQUIPPED • Four-Wheel-Drive Dodge Ram Trucks are equipped with either a Manually Shifted transfer case or an Electronically Shifted transfer case. FOUR-WHEEL- In addition, downshifting at a time to preserve brakes when driving down steep hills. STARTING ... Moving from a high gear down to Engine Model Axle eration 1 2 3 4 5 6 Rate 3.7L 4.7L/ 5.7L 15 ACCEL (24) & 10 CRUISE (16) 1500/ ACCEL 15 2500/ ALL & 3500 CRUISE (24) 1500 ALL 24 (39) 19 (31) 25 (40) 34 (55) 27 (44) 40 (65) 47 (76) 37 (60) 45 (72) 56...
...the right time provides better acceleration when you desire to resume speed. IF EQUIPPED • Four-Wheel-Drive Dodge Ram Trucks are equipped with either a Manually Shifted transfer case or an Electronically Shifted transfer case. FOUR-WHEEL- In addition, downshifting at a time to preserve brakes when driving down steep hills. STARTING ... Moving from a high gear down to Engine Model Axle eration 1 2 3 4 5 6 Rate 3.7L 4.7L/ 5.7L 15 ACCEL (24) & 10 CRUISE (16) 1500/ ACCEL 15 2500/ ALL & 3500 CRUISE (24) 1500 ALL 24 (39) 19 (31) 25 (40) 34 (55) 27 (44) 40 (65) 47 (76) 37 (60) 45 (72) 56...
Owner Manual
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... can cause serious vehicle damage. 278 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE CHAINS Use "Class S" chains on 1500 Ram Trucks, or other traction aids that only chains in good condition are used. Always use . •... and large bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle. • Do not install tire chains on front wheels of the chain before further use the lower suggested operating speed of limited chain clearance between tires and other...dry pavement. • Observe the tire chain manufacturer's instructions on 2500/3500 Ram Trucks, or other traction aids that could suggest chain breakage.
... can cause serious vehicle damage. 278 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE CHAINS Use "Class S" chains on 1500 Ram Trucks, or other traction aids that only chains in good condition are used. Always use . •... and large bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle. • Do not install tire chains on front wheels of the chain before further use the lower suggested operating speed of limited chain clearance between tires and other...dry pavement. • Observe the tire chain manufacturer's instructions on 2500/3500 Ram Trucks, or other traction aids that could suggest chain breakage.
Owner Manual
Page 279
... and cable (radial) chains. NOTE: On 4X2 2500/3500 Ram Trucks, class "U" snow chains are permitted on the 4X2 front wheels of 2500/3500 SRW (Single Rear Wheels) equipped with LT245/70R17, LT265/70R17 LT235/80R17 tires or 4X4 front wheels of Ram 4X2 trucks. Tire chain use tire chains on the...STARTING AND OPERATING 279 These cautions apply to your vehicle. 5 NOTE: On 4x4 2500/3500 SRW (Single Rear Wheel) Ram Trucks, class "U" snow chains are permitted on the front and rear of 4X4, 2500 Ram Trucks with Dual Rear Wheels and LT235/80R17E tires. Do not use is permitted on the rear...
... and cable (radial) chains. NOTE: On 4X2 2500/3500 Ram Trucks, class "U" snow chains are permitted on the 4X2 front wheels of 2500/3500 SRW (Single Rear Wheels) equipped with LT245/70R17, LT265/70R17 LT235/80R17 tires or 4X4 front wheels of Ram 4X2 trucks. Tire chain use tire chains on the...STARTING AND OPERATING 279 These cautions apply to your vehicle. 5 NOTE: On 4x4 2500/3500 SRW (Single Rear Wheel) Ram Trucks, class "U" snow chains are permitted on the front and rear of 4X4, 2500 Ram Trucks with Dual Rear Wheels and LT235/80R17E tires. Do not use is permitted on the rear...
Owner Manual
Page 330
... possible with the drive tubes extending to the front. The tube extension, may be used, but is not required. • 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 the extension tube. 330 WHAT TO DO... IN EMERGENCIES • For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the axle as close to the tire as possible on the straight part of the frame. •...
... possible with the drive tubes extending to the front. The tube extension, may be used, but is not required. • 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 the extension tube. 330 WHAT TO DO... IN EMERGENCIES • For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the axle as close to the tire as possible on the straight part of the frame. •...
Owner Manual
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 331 6 2500/3500 4X4 Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location (All) • For all trucks, when changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the rear. • Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench. Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack position as required. Place the jack under the axle between the spring and the shock absorber with the drive tubes extending to the extension tube.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 331 6 2500/3500 4X4 Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location (All) • For all trucks, when changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the rear. • Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench. Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack position as required. Place the jack under the axle between the spring and the shock absorber with the drive tubes extending to the extension tube.
Owner Manual
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... the correct tightness, have them checked with a torque wrench by hand, it . lbs. (197 N·m) for 2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models and 145 ft. On 3500 dual rear wheel models (DRW) the lug nuts are a two piece assembly with the cone shaped end of forcing the vehicle off... your dealer or at a service station. To avoid risk of the nuts toward the wheel on 2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models. lbs. (183 N·m) torque for 3500 dual rear wheel models. Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle unstable and cause an accident. Raise the vehicle...
... the correct tightness, have them checked with a torque wrench by hand, it . lbs. (197 N·m) for 2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models and 145 ft. On 3500 dual rear wheel models (DRW) the lug nuts are a two piece assembly with the cone shaped end of forcing the vehicle off... your dealer or at a service station. To avoid risk of the nuts toward the wheel on 2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models. lbs. (183 N·m) torque for 3500 dual rear wheel models. Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle unstable and cause an accident. Raise the vehicle...
Owner Manual
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... bottle jack will fit in cap damage. 8. The jack handle driver has a hook at one end that will not lower by turning the dial (thumb wheel) by hand, it may result in the pry off . A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could injure someone in the... places provided. 7. Stow the replaced tire, jack, and tools as previously described. 9. Adjust the tire pressure when possible. NOTE: Do not oil wheel studs. For 2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models, use the blade on the end of the rear hub caps. On 3500 models with chrome plated...
... bottle jack will fit in cap damage. 8. The jack handle driver has a hook at one end that will not lower by turning the dial (thumb wheel) by hand, it may result in the pry off . A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could injure someone in the... places provided. 7. Stow the replaced tire, jack, and tools as previously described. 9. Adjust the tire pressure when possible. NOTE: Do not oil wheel studs. For 2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models, use the blade on the end of the rear hub caps. On 3500 models with chrome plated...
Owner Manual
Page 346
...Joints ...364 ▫ Steering Linkage - Inspection ...365 ▫ Half-Shaft Constant Velocity Joints ...365 ▫ Front Prop Shaft Lubrication - 2500/3500 (4X4) Models ...365 ▫ Body Lubrication ...366 ▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...366 ▫ Windshield Washers ...366 ▫ Exhaust ...Manual Transmission ...376 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...377 ▫ Front Wheel Bearings ...380 ▫ Selection Of Lubricating Grease ...380 ▫ Noise Control System Required Maintenance & Warranty For 3500 2-Wheel Drive And 4-Wheel Drive Models Over 10,000 Lbs. (4 535 Kg) Gross Vehicle...
...Joints ...364 ▫ Steering Linkage - Inspection ...365 ▫ Half-Shaft Constant Velocity Joints ...365 ▫ Front Prop Shaft Lubrication - 2500/3500 (4X4) Models ...365 ▫ Body Lubrication ...366 ▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...366 ▫ Windshield Washers ...366 ▫ Exhaust ...Manual Transmission ...376 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...377 ▫ Front Wheel Bearings ...380 ▫ Selection Of Lubricating Grease ...380 ▫ Noise Control System Required Maintenance & Warranty For 3500 2-Wheel Drive And 4-Wheel Drive Models Over 10,000 Lbs. (4 535 Kg) Gross Vehicle...
Owner Manual
Page 365
... equipped with four constant velocity joints. Lubricate the steering linkage regularly according to water and dirt contamination of the joint assembly. wheel- This would require complete replacement of the grease. Use Mopar type MS-6560 (lithium based grease), or equivalent.... vehicle is hoisted, all steering linkage joints should be inspected for your vehicle (Schedule "A" and "B"). Front Prop Shaft Lubrication - 2500/3500 (4X4) Models Lubricate the front driveshaft grease fitting at each oil change listed in this manual. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 365 Steering...
... equipped with four constant velocity joints. Lubricate the steering linkage regularly according to water and dirt contamination of the joint assembly. wheel- This would require complete replacement of the grease. Use Mopar type MS-6560 (lithium based grease), or equivalent.... vehicle is hoisted, all steering linkage joints should be inspected for your vehicle (Schedule "A" and "B"). Front Prop Shaft Lubrication - 2500/3500 (4X4) Models Lubricate the front driveshaft grease fitting at each oil change listed in this manual. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 365 Steering...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 169
...PANEL 169 reserve fuel capacity, which corresponds to approximately 8% of fuel when operating at idle or faster, with severe usage such as 4-wheel-drive operation (e.g. Check Gages This light illuminates when the Voltmeter, Engine Oil Pressure or Engine Coolant Temperature gages indicate a reading either ... low. Examine the gages carefully, and follow the instructions above for more information.) Ram fuel tank volumes are as follows: • 34 gallons - 2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons - 2500/3500 long box models 28. This reserve capacity was put in place to prevent ...
...PANEL 169 reserve fuel capacity, which corresponds to approximately 8% of fuel when operating at idle or faster, with severe usage such as 4-wheel-drive operation (e.g. Check Gages This light illuminates when the Voltmeter, Engine Oil Pressure or Engine Coolant Temperature gages indicate a reading either ... low. Examine the gages carefully, and follow the instructions above for more information.) Ram fuel tank volumes are as follows: • 34 gallons - 2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons - 2500/3500 long box models 28. This reserve capacity was put in place to prevent ...
Owner Manual Diesel
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...the vehicle to pull to right or left or right. Improper alignment will be found on a "Supplemental Tire Pressure Inflation" label located on 2500/3500 Ram Trucks, or other traction aids that meet SAE Type "U" specifications. Vibration may result in the glove box. 276 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION!... See your dealer for the vehicle, as two passengers {150 lbs (68 kg) each} plus 200 lbs (91kg) of tire and wheel out-ofbalance. Tires...
...the vehicle to pull to right or left or right. Improper alignment will be found on a "Supplemental Tire Pressure Inflation" label located on 2500/3500 Ram Trucks, or other traction aids that meet SAE Type "U" specifications. Vibration may result in the glove box. 276 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION!... See your dealer for the vehicle, as two passengers {150 lbs (68 kg) each} plus 200 lbs (91kg) of tire and wheel out-ofbalance. Tires...
Owner Manual Diesel
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... are used. Tire chain use is permitted only on method of 4X4, 3500 Ram Trucks with Dual Rear Wheels and LT235/80R17E tires. NOTE: The use the lower suggested operating speed of 4X4, 2500 Ram Trucks with LT245/70R17, LT265/70R17, and LT235/ 80R17 size tires. Broken ... chain breakage. NOTE: On 4X4 2500/3500 Single Rear Wheel (SRW) Ram Trucks, class "U" snow chains are permitted on the rear wheels only of vehicles equipped with LT245/ 70R17E tires. NOTE: On 4X2 2500/3500 Ram Trucks, class "U" snow chains are permitted on the rear wheels only of vehicles equipped with a ...
... are used. Tire chain use is permitted only on method of 4X4, 3500 Ram Trucks with Dual Rear Wheels and LT235/80R17E tires. NOTE: The use the lower suggested operating speed of 4X4, 2500 Ram Trucks with LT245/70R17, LT265/70R17, and LT235/ 80R17 size tires. Broken ... chain breakage. NOTE: On 4X4 2500/3500 Single Rear Wheel (SRW) Ram Trucks, class "U" snow chains are permitted on the rear wheels only of vehicles equipped with LT245/ 70R17E tires. NOTE: On 4X2 2500/3500 Ram Trucks, class "U" snow chains are permitted on the rear wheels only of vehicles equipped with a ...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 278
.... There may be checked before using these tire types. Consult the manufacturer of Ram Trucks equipped with the tire. While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and traction capability on the 4X2 front wheels of 2500/3500 SRW (Single Rear Wheels) equipped with LT245/70R17, LT265/70R17 tires or 4X4 front tires of...
.... There may be checked before using these tire types. Consult the manufacturer of Ram Trucks equipped with the tire. While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and traction capability on the 4X2 front wheels of 2500/3500 SRW (Single Rear Wheels) equipped with LT245/70R17, LT265/70R17 tires or 4X4 front tires of...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 320
... with the drive tubes extending to your vehicle: • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from storage. WARNING! 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 the extension tube. When changing a rear... on a jack. • Only use the jack in the positions indicated. • If working on the ground. 3. For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the axle as close to the rear. Locate the jack as far forward as possible with the drive tubes...
... with the drive tubes extending to your vehicle: • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from storage. WARNING! 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 the extension tube. When changing a rear... on a jack. • Only use the jack in the positions indicated. • If working on the ground. 3. For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the axle as close to the rear. Locate the jack as far forward as possible with the drive tubes...
Owner Manual Diesel
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NOTE: If the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack position as required. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 321 Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that the jack will not lower by turning the dial (thumb wheel) by hand, it may be necessary to use the jack drive tube in order to lower the jack. 6 2500/3500 4X2 Jacking Location
NOTE: If the jack will not damage surrounding truck parts and adjust the jack position as required. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 321 Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure that the jack will not lower by turning the dial (thumb wheel) by hand, it may be necessary to use the jack drive tube in order to lower the jack. 6 2500/3500 4X2 Jacking Location
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 322
... the nuts using a crisscross pattern. lbs. (183 N·m) torque for 2500/3500 single rear wheel 4. It could slip off the jack, do not fully tighten the nuts until the wheel just clears the surface. On 3500 dual rear wheel models (DRW) the lug nuts are a two piece assembly with the cone...of forcing the vehicle off the jack and hurt someone near it. To avoid risk of the nuts toward the wheel on 2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models. By rotating the wheel wrench clockwise, raise the vehicle until the vehicle has been lowered. 6. Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can ...
... the nuts using a crisscross pattern. lbs. (183 N·m) torque for 2500/3500 single rear wheel 4. It could slip off the jack, do not fully tighten the nuts until the wheel just clears the surface. On 3500 dual rear wheel models (DRW) the lug nuts are a two piece assembly with the cone...of forcing the vehicle off the jack and hurt someone near it. To avoid risk of the nuts toward the wheel on 2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models. By rotating the wheel wrench clockwise, raise the vehicle until the vehicle has been lowered. 6. Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can ...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 323
.... For the front hub cap on the ratchet firmly. For chrome wheels, do not substitute with a torque wrench by 6 Stow the replaced tire, jack, and tools as previously described. 9. For 2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models, use the jack drive tube in doubt about the... correct tightness, have them checked with chrome plated wheel nuts. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop...
.... For the front hub cap on the ratchet firmly. For chrome wheels, do not substitute with a torque wrench by 6 Stow the replaced tire, jack, and tools as previously described. 9. For 2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models, use the jack drive tube in doubt about the... correct tightness, have them checked with chrome plated wheel nuts. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 409
Clean the water in fuel sensor. Inspect front wheel bearings. Change rear axle fluid. 60,000 (96 000) X X X X X X X X X X X 63,750 (102 000) X 67,500 (108 000) X X 71,250 (114 000) X 75,000 (120 000) 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 X X 8 Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Inspect damper. Replace fuel filter element. SCHEDULE "B" 409 M Miles...Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (163 000 km). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect drive belt, replace as required.
Clean the water in fuel sensor. Inspect front wheel bearings. Change rear axle fluid. 60,000 (96 000) X X X X X X X X X X X 63,750 (102 000) X 67,500 (108 000) X X 71,250 (114 000) X 75,000 (120 000) 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 X X 8 Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Inspect damper. Replace fuel filter element. SCHEDULE "B" 409 M Miles...Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (163 000 km). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect drive belt, replace as required.
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 415
Change front axle fluid (4X4). Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. Inspect brake linings. Change rear axle fluid. Change 6-spd manual transmission (G-56) fluid 2500/3500 models only. Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. Replace filter and adjust bands (48RE only). 116,250 (186 000) 120,000 (192 000) X X X X ... sump and spin-on cooler return filter (if equipped) (545 RFE only). SCHEDULE "B" 415 M Miles (Kilometers) Replace fuel filter element. Retain all receipts. Inspect front wheel bearings.
Change front axle fluid (4X4). Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. Inspect brake linings. Change rear axle fluid. Change 6-spd manual transmission (G-56) fluid 2500/3500 models only. Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. Replace filter and adjust bands (48RE only). 116,250 (186 000) 120,000 (192 000) X X X X ... sump and spin-on cooler return filter (if equipped) (545 RFE only). SCHEDULE "B" 415 M Miles (Kilometers) Replace fuel filter element. Retain all receipts. Inspect front wheel bearings.
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 416
Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect front wheel bearings. 15,000 (24 000) [12] X X X X X X 22,500 (36 000) [18] X X X 30,000 (48 000) [24] X X X X X X X 37,500 (60 000) [30] X X X X X X X X X... weep hole for blockage Replace fuel filter element. Inspect brake linings. Inspect damper. Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. E Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Clean the water in fuel sensor. Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary. Inspect fan hub. S C H E D U L E S 7,500 (12 000) [6] X X X 8 Rotate tires. M 416 ...
Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect front wheel bearings. 15,000 (24 000) [12] X X X X X X 22,500 (36 000) [18] X X X 30,000 (48 000) [24] X X X X X X X 37,500 (60 000) [30] X X X X X X X X X... weep hole for blockage Replace fuel filter element. Inspect brake linings. Inspect damper. Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. E Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Clean the water in fuel sensor. Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary. Inspect fan hub. S C H E D U L E S 7,500 (12 000) [6] X X X 8 Rotate tires. M 416 ...