Owner's Manual
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NOTE: The 4x4 system will remain ON. In this time, reduce speed and stop . 2. Alternate Procedure 1. Shifting can be performed with the engine either OFF or RUNNING, shift ...
NOTE: The 4x4 system will remain ON. In this time, reduce speed and stop . 2. Alternate Procedure 1. Shifting can be performed with the engine either OFF or RUNNING, shift ...
Owner's Manual
Page 353
...is permitted on the front and rear of 4X4, 2500 Ram Trucks with LT245/ 70R17E tires. CAUTION! Tire chain use of Ram 4X2 trucks. STARTING AND OPERATING 353 These cautions apply to your vehicle. NOTE: On 4x4 2500/3500 SRW (Single Rear Wheel) Ram Trucks, class "U" snow chains are risking... structural or body damage to your vehicle. 5 NOTE: On 4X2 2500/3500 Ram Trucks, class "U" snow chains are risking structural or body damage ...
...is permitted on the front and rear of 4X4, 2500 Ram Trucks with LT245/ 70R17E tires. CAUTION! Tire chain use of Ram 4X2 trucks. STARTING AND OPERATING 353 These cautions apply to your vehicle. NOTE: On 4x4 2500/3500 SRW (Single Rear Wheel) Ram Trucks, class "U" snow chains are risking... structural or body damage to your vehicle. 5 NOTE: On 4X2 2500/3500 Ram Trucks, class "U" snow chains are risking structural or body damage ...
Owner's Manual
Page 408
408 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1500 4X4 Jacking Location 2500/3500 4X2 Jacking • For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the frame rail behind the wheel. Locate the jack as far forward as possible on the straight part of the frame. • Operate the jack using the jack drive tube and the wheel wrench. 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.
408 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1500 4X4 Jacking Location 2500/3500 4X2 Jacking • For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the frame rail behind the wheel. Locate the jack as far forward as possible on the straight part of the frame. • Operate the jack using the jack drive tube and the wheel wrench. 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.
Owner's Manual
Page 424
...Joints ...441 ▫ Steering Linkage - Inspection ...442 ▫ Half-Shaft Constant Velocity Joints ...442 ▫ Front Prop Shaft Lubrication - 2500/3500 (4X4) Models ...443 ▫ Body Lubrication ...443 ▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...444 ▫ Windshield Washers ...444 ▫ Exhaust System ...445...Harnesses ...449 ▫ Brake System ...450 ▫ Clutch Hydraulic System ...451 ▫ Clutch Linkage ...452 ▫ Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level ...452 ▫ Transfer Case ...453 ▫ Manual Transmission ...453 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...454 ▫...
...Joints ...441 ▫ Steering Linkage - Inspection ...442 ▫ Half-Shaft Constant Velocity Joints ...442 ▫ Front Prop Shaft Lubrication - 2500/3500 (4X4) Models ...443 ▫ Body Lubrication ...443 ▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...444 ▫ Windshield Washers ...444 ▫ Exhaust System ...445...Harnesses ...449 ▫ Brake System ...450 ▫ Clutch Hydraulic System ...451 ▫ Clutch Linkage ...452 ▫ Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level ...452 ▫ Transfer Case ...453 ▫ Manual Transmission ...453 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...454 ▫...
Owner's Manual
Page 443
... "A" and "B"). Particular attention should be given to hood latching components to protect against rust and wear. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 Front Prop Shaft Lubrication - 2500/3500 (4X4) Models Lubricate the front driveshaft grease fitting at each oil change listed in the fall and spring.
... "A" and "B"). Particular attention should be given to hood latching components to protect against rust and wear. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 Front Prop Shaft Lubrication - 2500/3500 (4X4) Models Lubricate the front driveshaft grease fitting at each oil change listed in the fall and spring.
Owner's Manual
Page 452
... Axles. If fluid has become contaminated with the bottom of differential components. Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for the correct lubricant type. For all 2500/3500 Model axles, the fluid level should be inspected. 452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Clutch Linkage If...
... Axles. If fluid has become contaminated with the bottom of differential components. Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for the correct lubricant type. For all 2500/3500 Model axles, the fluid level should be inspected. 452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Clutch Linkage If...
Owner's Manual
Page 486
... Component Automatic Transmission Transfer Case NVG 246 Automatic Transfer Case Only Manaul Transmission Fluid (G238) Manual Transmission Fluid (G-56) Clutch Linkage 1500 Model Front Axle (4X4) 1500 Model Rear Axle 2500/3500 Model Front and Rear Axle Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.
... Component Automatic Transmission Transfer Case NVG 246 Automatic Transfer Case Only Manaul Transmission Fluid (G238) Manual Transmission Fluid (G-56) Clutch Linkage 1500 Model Front Axle (4X4) 1500 Model Rear Axle 2500/3500 Model Front and Rear Axle Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.
Owner's Manual
Page 490
... transmission fluid level. • Check the manual transmission fluid level. • Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). • Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required. When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth...
... transmission fluid level. • Check the manual transmission fluid level. • Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). • Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required. When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth...
Owner's Manual
Page 492
Inspect brake linings. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Change front axle fluid (4X4). X X X X Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change rear axle fluid. M 492 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) X X 12,000 (20 000) X X X X X 15,000 (25 000) X X 8 Rotate tires. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, E 4X4).
Inspect brake linings. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Change front axle fluid (4X4). X X X X Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change rear axle fluid. M 492 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) X X 12,000 (20 000) X X X X X 15,000 (25 000) X X 8 Rotate tires. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, E 4X4).
Owner's Manual
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Rotate tires. Change rear axle fluid. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. ** 18,000 (30 000) X X X X X 21,000 (35 000) X X 24,000 (40 000) X X X X X 27,000 (45 000) X X 30,000 (50 ... brake linings. SCHEDULE "B" 493 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
Rotate tires. Change rear axle fluid. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. ** 18,000 (30 000) X X X X X 21,000 (35 000) X X 24,000 (40 000) X X X X X 27,000 (45 000) X X 30,000 (50 ... brake linings. SCHEDULE "B" 493 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
Owner's Manual
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... (60 000) X X X X X 39,000 (65 000) X X 42,000 (70 000) X X X X X 45,000 (75 000) X X 8 Rotate tires. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change front axle fluid (4X4). X X X X M 494 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. N C Lubricate Front Drive...
... (60 000) X X X X X 39,000 (65 000) X X 42,000 (70 000) X X X X X 45,000 (75 000) X X 8 Rotate tires. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change front axle fluid (4X4). X X X X M 494 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. N C Lubricate Front Drive...
Owner's Manual
Page 495
Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Change 6-spd manual transmission fluid 2500/3500 models only. 48,000 (80 000) X X X X X 51,000 (85 000) X X 54,000 (90 000) X X X X X 57,000 (95 000) X X 60,000 (100 000) X X X X X X X X X X A I N T E N A N C E ...or 3 months, whichever comes first. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Rotate tires. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Change rear axle fluid. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. SCHEDULE "B" 495 M Miles (Kilometers) Change ...
Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Change 6-spd manual transmission fluid 2500/3500 models only. 48,000 (80 000) X X X X X 51,000 (85 000) X X 54,000 (90 000) X X X X X 57,000 (95 000) X X 60,000 (100 000) X X X X X X X X X X A I N T E N A N C E ...or 3 months, whichever comes first. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Rotate tires. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Change rear axle fluid. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. SCHEDULE "B" 495 M Miles (Kilometers) Change ...
Owner's Manual
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Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect brake linings. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required. (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). 63,000 (105 000) X X 66,000 (110 000)... (120 000) X X X X X 75,000 (125 000) 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 8 Change rear axle fluid. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. SCHEDULE "B" 497 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil...
Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect brake linings. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required. (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). 63,000 (105 000) X X 66,000 (110 000)... (120 000) X X X X X 75,000 (125 000) 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 8 Change rear axle fluid. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. SCHEDULE "B" 497 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil...
Owner's Manual
Page 498
Change front axle fluid (4X4). Replace spark plugs. S C H E D U L E S 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000 (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000) X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 8 Check spare ... oil and engine oil filter at interval shown or A 3 months, whichever comes first. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. ** Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required...
Change front axle fluid (4X4). Replace spark plugs. S C H E D U L E S 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000 (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000) X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 8 Check spare ... oil and engine oil filter at interval shown or A 3 months, whichever comes first. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. ** Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required...
Owner's Manual
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Inspect brake linings. 93,000 (155 000) X X 96,000 (160 000) X X X X X 99,000 (165 000) X X 102,000 (170 000) 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 8 Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. SCHEDULE "B" 499 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at 60 months. 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.
Inspect brake linings. 93,000 (155 000) X X 96,000 (160 000) X X X X X 99,000 (165 000) X X 102,000 (170 000) 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 8 Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. SCHEDULE "B" 499 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at 60 months. 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.
Owner's Manual
Page 500
... pressure and correct stowage. Change rear axle fluid. Inspect brake linings. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Change front axle fluid (4X4). X X X X Change 6-spd manual transmission fluid 2500/3500 models only. C E Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/ S C H E D U L E... X X X 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000 (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000) X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 8 3500, 4X4). M 500 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. Rotate tires.
... pressure and correct stowage. Change rear axle fluid. Inspect brake linings. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Change front axle fluid (4X4). X X X X Change 6-spd manual transmission fluid 2500/3500 models only. C E Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/ S C H E D U L E... X X X 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000 (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000) X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 8 3500, 4X4). M 500 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. Rotate tires.
Owner's Manual
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...] X X X 30,000 (50 000) [30] X X X X X X X X 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 Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. SCHEDULE "A" 503 M Schedule "A" Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil...
...] X X X 30,000 (50 000) [30] X X X X X X X X 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 Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. SCHEDULE "A" 503 M Schedule "A" Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil...
Owner's Manual
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...90 000) [54] X X X 60,000 66,000 (100 000) (110 000) [60] [66] X X X X X X X 8 rect stowage. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (170 000 km). X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Lubricate Front ...Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/ 3500, 4X4). Inspect brake linings. N C Rotate tires. M 504 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect engine ...
...90 000) [54] X X X 60,000 66,000 (100 000) (110 000) [60] [66] X X X X X X X 8 rect stowage. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (170 000 km). X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Lubricate Front ...Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/ 3500, 4X4). Inspect brake linings. N C Rotate tires. M 504 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect engine ...
Owner's Manual
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... (120 000) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) [72] [78] [84] [90] [96] X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect brake linings. S C H E D U L E S 8 Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. M 506 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. E Check spare tire for proper pressure and...
... (120 000) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) [72] [78] [84] [90] [96] X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect brake linings. S C H E D U L E S 8 Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. M 506 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. E Check spare tire for proper pressure and...
Owner's Manual
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Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Inspect brake linings. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Flush and replace engine coolant, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (170 000 km). Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Flush ...
Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Inspect brake linings. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Flush and replace engine coolant, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (170 000 km). Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Flush ...