Owner Manual
Page 173
...when the radio frequency is being displayed, time keeping is accurately maintained. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 Ram fuel tank volumes are as trailer towing. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object...either the "H" (Hour) or "M" (Minute) buttons on , stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle or faster, with severe usage such as follows: • 26 gallons (98L) - 1500 short... box models • 34 gallons (129L) - 1500/2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons (132L) - 1500/2500/3500 long box models 28. When the ignition switch is excessive ...
...when the radio frequency is being displayed, time keeping is accurately maintained. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 Ram fuel tank volumes are as trailer towing. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object...either the "H" (Hour) or "M" (Minute) buttons on , stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle or faster, with severe usage such as follows: • 26 gallons (98L) - 1500 short... box models • 34 gallons (129L) - 1500/2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons (132L) - 1500/2500/3500 long box models 28. When the ignition switch is excessive ...
Owner Manual
Page 239
... shift into 2nd gear and damage the transmission. 5 Speed Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in 2nd gear. When shifting from 5th to Engine Model Axle Mode 1 2 3 4 5 Accel 15 25 40 45 5.7L 2500/ & 3500 ALL Cruise (24) (40) (65) (72) Manual Transmission - 6-Speed NOTE: The parking brake should be engaged before leaving the...
... shift into 2nd gear and damage the transmission. 5 Speed Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in 2nd gear. When shifting from 5th to Engine Model Axle Mode 1 2 3 4 5 Accel 15 25 40 45 5.7L 2500/ & 3500 ALL Cruise (24) (40) (65) (72) Manual Transmission - 6-Speed NOTE: The parking brake should be engaged before leaving the...
Owner Manual
Page 241
...desire to prevent overspeeding the engine which can cause valve damage. STARTING AND OPERATING 241 6 Speed Manual Transmission Shift Speed in mph (km/h) Accelto 2 to 3 to 4 to 5 to preserve brakes when driving down to a lower gear is recommended. IF EQUIPPED • Four-Wheel-Drive Dodge Ram Trucks are equipped with ... speed. In addition, downshifting at speeds less than 20 mph (30 km/h), 2nd gear is recommended 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...
...desire to prevent overspeeding the engine which can cause valve damage. STARTING AND OPERATING 241 6 Speed Manual Transmission Shift Speed in mph (km/h) Accelto 2 to 3 to 4 to 5 to preserve brakes when driving down to a lower gear is recommended. IF EQUIPPED • Four-Wheel-Drive Dodge Ram Trucks are equipped with ... speed. In addition, downshifting at speeds less than 20 mph (30 km/h), 2nd gear is recommended 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...
Owner Manual
Page 412
Change rear axle fluid. X X X X M 412 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval A shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. S C H E D U L E S 3,000 (5 000) X X 6,000 (10 000) X X X X 9,000 (14 000) X X 12,000 (19 000) X X X X 15,000 (24 000) X X 8 Rotate tires. N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, E 4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change front axle fluid (4X4).
Change rear axle fluid. X X X X M 412 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval A shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. S C H E D U L E S 3,000 (5 000) X X 6,000 (10 000) X X X X 9,000 (14 000) X X 12,000 (19 000) X X X X 15,000 (24 000) X X 8 Rotate tires. N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, E 4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change front axle fluid (4X4).
Owner Manual
Page 413
... cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Replace spark plugs. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). SCHEDULE "B" 413 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. Inspect brake linings. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. ** 18,000 (29 000) X X X X ...24,000 (38 000) X X X X 27,000 (43 000) X X 30,000 (48 000) X X 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 8 Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Rotate tires. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only.
... cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Replace spark plugs. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). SCHEDULE "B" 413 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. Inspect brake linings. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. ** 18,000 (29 000) X X X X ...24,000 (38 000) X X X X 27,000 (43 000) X X 30,000 (48 000) X X 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 8 Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Rotate tires. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only.
Owner Manual
Page 414
Inspect brake linings. N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, E 4X4). Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). X X X X M 414 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval A shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. S C H E D U L E S 33,000 (53 000) X X 36,000 (58 000) X X X X 39,000 (62 000) X X 42,000 (67 000) X X X X 45,000 (72 000) X X 8 Rotate tires.
Inspect brake linings. N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, E 4X4). Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). X X X X M 414 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval A shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. S C H E D U L E S 33,000 (53 000) X X 36,000 (58 000) X X X X 39,000 (62 000) X X 42,000 (67 000) X X X X 45,000 (72 000) X X 8 Rotate tires.
Owner Manual
Page 415
...at interval shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. Change 6-spd manual transmission fluid 2500/3500 models only. Rotate tires. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. SCHEDULE "B" 415 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at 60 months, or 102, 000 miles (163 000 km) whichever ... X 57,000 (91 000) X X 60,000 (96 000) X X X X X X X X X A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 X X Change front axle fluid (4X4). Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Change rear axle fluid.
...at interval shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. Change 6-spd manual transmission fluid 2500/3500 models only. Rotate tires. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. SCHEDULE "B" 415 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at 60 months, or 102, 000 miles (163 000 km) whichever ... X 57,000 (91 000) X X 60,000 (96 000) X X X X X X X X X A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 X X Change front axle fluid (4X4). Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Change rear axle fluid.
Owner Manual
Page 417
Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. SCHEDULE "B" 417 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. Inspect engine air cleaner filter. Change rear axle fluid. Rotate tires...
Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. SCHEDULE "B" 417 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. Inspect engine air cleaner filter. Change rear axle fluid. Rotate tires...
Owner Manual
Page 418
... (4X4) models only. Replace spark plugs. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Change rear axle fluid. Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. ** Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L...
... (4X4) models only. Replace spark plugs. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Change rear axle fluid. Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. ** Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L...
Owner Manual
Page 419
Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Flush and replace engine coolant, if not replaced at interval shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. SCHEDULE "B" 419 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at 60 months. Flush and replace Power Steering Fluid. Inspect brake linings. 93,000 (149 000) X X 96,000 (154 000) X X X X 99,000 (158 000) X X 100,000 (160 000) 102,000 (163 000) X 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 8 Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Rotate tires.
Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Flush and replace engine coolant, if not replaced at interval shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. SCHEDULE "B" 419 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at 60 months. Flush and replace Power Steering Fluid. Inspect brake linings. 93,000 (149 000) X X 96,000 (154 000) X X X X 99,000 (158 000) X X 100,000 (160 000) 102,000 (163 000) X 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 8 Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Rotate tires.
Owner Manual
Page 420
... models only. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Inspect brake linings. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. M 420 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter at inA terval shown or 3 months, whichever comes N first. C E Lubricate Front...
... models only. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Inspect brake linings. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change rear axle fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. M 420 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter at inA terval shown or 3 months, whichever comes N first. C E Lubricate Front...
Owner Manual
Page 423
... cleaner filter. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (163 000 km). Replace spark plugs. Rotate tires. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Replace if necessary. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. ** Replace ignition...000 (77 000) [48] X X X 54,000 (84 000) [54] X X X 60,000 (96 000) [60] X X X X X 66,000 (106 000) [66] 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 SCHEDULE "A" 423 M Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
... cleaner filter. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (163 000 km). Replace spark plugs. Rotate tires. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Replace if necessary. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. ** Replace ignition...000 (77 000) [48] X X X 54,000 (84 000) [54] X X X 60,000 (96 000) [60] X X X X X 66,000 (106 000) [66] 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 SCHEDULE "A" 423 M Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
Owner Manual
Page 424
... as necessary. ** Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Flush and replace Power Steering Fluid. E Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) S C H E D U L E S 72,000 (115000) [72] X X X 78,000 (125 000) [78] X X X 84,000 90,000 96,000 (134 000) (... (154 000) [84] [90] [96] X X X X X X X X X X 100,000 160 000 8 models only. Replace if necessary. Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter. M 424 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. N C Rotate tires. X X X X X X X
... as necessary. ** Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Flush and replace Power Steering Fluid. E Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) S C H E D U L E S 72,000 (115000) [72] X X X 78,000 (125 000) [78] X X X 84,000 90,000 96,000 (134 000) (... (154 000) [84] [90] [96] X X X X X X X X X X 100,000 160 000 8 models only. Replace if necessary. Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter. M 424 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. N C Rotate tires. X X X X X X X
Owner Manual
Page 425
... 102,000 miles (163 000 km). Rotate tires. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Flush and replace engine coolant at 120 months, if not replaced at 60 months. SCHEDULE "A" 425 M Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Replace ignition cables...
... 102,000 miles (163 000 km). Rotate tires. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Flush and replace engine coolant at 120 months, if not replaced at 60 months. SCHEDULE "A" 425 M Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Replace ignition cables...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 169
... 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. snow plowing, off . 29. Check Gages This light illuminates when the Voltmeter, Engine Oil Pressure or Engine Coolant Temperature gages indicate a reading either too...
... 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. snow plowing, off . 29. Check Gages This light illuminates when the Voltmeter, Engine Oil Pressure or Engine Coolant Temperature gages indicate a reading either too...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 320
...changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from storage. 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...far forward as possible with the drive tubes extending to be raised. • Apply the parking brake firmly before jacking. • Never start the engine with the drive tubes extending to the tire as possible on or near a roadway, be extremely careful of the frame. Connect the jack tube extension...
...changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from storage. 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...far forward as possible with the drive tubes extending to be raised. • Apply the parking brake firmly before jacking. • Never start the engine with the drive tubes extending to the tire as possible on or near a roadway, be extremely careful of the frame. Connect the jack tube extension...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 397
gal. gal. Metric 128L 132L 128L 132L 11.4L 12.0 qts. 3. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 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. Pull bulb straight from the connector.
gal. gal. Metric 128L 132L 128L 132L 11.4L 12.0 qts. 3. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 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. Pull bulb straight from the connector.
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 406
.... Clean the water in fuel sensor. E Rotate tires. Replace fuel filter element. Inspect brake linings. M 406 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. A Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, N C 4X4). Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. Change rear axle fluid. Inspect water pump...
.... Clean the water in fuel sensor. E Rotate tires. Replace fuel filter element. Inspect brake linings. M 406 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. A Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, N C 4X4). Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. Change rear axle fluid. Inspect water pump...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 407
... 000) X 30,000 (48 000) X X X X X X X X X X X X 33,750 (54 000) X 37,500 (60 000) X X X X A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Inspect drive belt, replace as required. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Replace fuel filter element. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Clean the water in fuel...
... 000) X 30,000 (48 000) X X X X X X X X X X X X 33,750 (54 000) X 37,500 (60 000) X X X X A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Inspect drive belt, replace as required. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Replace fuel filter element. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Clean the water in fuel...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 408
...,000 (72 000) X X X X X X X X X X X 48,750 (78 000) X 52,500 (84 000) X X X X 56,250 (90 000) X 8 Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. A Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, N C 4X4). Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Replace fuel filter element. Inspect brake linings...
...,000 (72 000) X X X X X X X X X X X 48,750 (78 000) X 52,500 (84 000) X X X X 56,250 (90 000) X 8 Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. A Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, N C 4X4). Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Replace fuel filter element. Inspect brake linings...