Owner's Manual
Page 286
... conditioner in extremely heavy traffic in heavy traffic, it may use partial Recirculation A/C mode to provide additional comfort. When stopped in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling may be necessary to shift into NEUTRAL and depress the... obstructions. Your air conditioning system is recommended. NOTE: On models equipped with Diesel engines, the idle speed will automatically increase to 1000 rpm at elevated coolant temperatures to increase engine RPM, coolant flow and fan speed. 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Summer Operation...
... conditioner in extremely heavy traffic in heavy traffic, it may use partial Recirculation A/C mode to provide additional comfort. When stopped in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling may be necessary to shift into NEUTRAL and depress the... obstructions. Your air conditioning system is recommended. NOTE: On models equipped with Diesel engines, the idle speed will automatically increase to 1000 rpm at elevated coolant temperatures to increase engine RPM, coolant flow and fan speed. 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Summer Operation...
Owner's Manual
Page 469
... batteries. Always properly reinstall the cover. 7 The I .O.D.) fuse located in the Integrated Power Module, located in the engine compartment. Disconnect the battery negative (-) cable before removing the cover. 2. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 469 Cavity Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse...Diesel Only) VEHICLE STORAGE If you are storing your vehicle's battery: • Disconnect the Ignition-Off Draw fuse (I .O.D. NOTE: When reinstalling the IOD fuse, the gages in this position to minimize the battery drain. • As an alternative to the above steps you take the following steps to RUN. Use...
... batteries. Always properly reinstall the cover. 7 The I .O.D.) fuse located in the Integrated Power Module, located in the engine compartment. Disconnect the battery negative (-) cable before removing the cover. 2. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 469 Cavity Cartridge Mini Fuse Fuse...Diesel Only) VEHICLE STORAGE If you are storing your vehicle's battery: • Disconnect the Ignition-Off Draw fuse (I .O.D. NOTE: When reinstalling the IOD fuse, the gages in this position to minimize the battery drain. • As an alternative to the above steps you take the following steps to RUN. Use...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 5
.... HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the table of contents to determine which permits pulling heavy loads. Observe all subjects. Now this same technology and proven performance is important that you desire. It is yours in the United States are diesel powered because of...durability, and high torque which section contains the information you read this entire manual you for choosing the Dodge Ram truck with the Cummins 5.9 liter, Turbocharged, Charge Air Cooled, Diesel engine. You may miss important information. The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a ...
.... HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the table of contents to determine which permits pulling heavy loads. Observe all subjects. Now this same technology and proven performance is important that you desire. It is yours in the United States are diesel powered because of...durability, and high torque which section contains the information you read this entire manual you for choosing the Dodge Ram truck with the Cummins 5.9 liter, Turbocharged, Charge Air Cooled, Diesel engine. You may miss important information. The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a ...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 69
...-IN Your Cummins 24 Valve Turbo Diesel engine does not require a break-in is enhanced by loaded operating conditions which allow a child to put the shoulder belt under load. • Do not operate the engine at idle for prolonged periods. • Use the appropriate transmission gear to prevent engine lugging. • Observe vehicle oil pressure...
...-IN Your Cummins 24 Valve Turbo Diesel engine does not require a break-in is enhanced by loaded operating conditions which allow a child to put the shoulder belt under load. • Do not operate the engine at idle for prolonged periods. • Use the appropriate transmission gear to prevent engine lugging. • Observe vehicle oil pressure...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 244
... free of the coolant for protection against overheating. When stopped in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling may use partial Recirculation A/C mode to shift into NEUTRAL and depress the accelerator slightly for the proper coolant type. When... the winter months, make sure the air intake, located directly in a lower gear to improve engine cooling. Your air conditioning system is recommended. A 50 % concentration is also equipped with Diesel engines, the idle speed will automatically increase to 1000 rpm at elevated coolant temperatures to increase...
... free of the coolant for protection against overheating. When stopped in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling may use partial Recirculation A/C mode to shift into NEUTRAL and depress the accelerator slightly for the proper coolant type. When... the winter months, make sure the air intake, located directly in a lower gear to improve engine cooling. Your air conditioning system is recommended. A 50 % concentration is also equipped with Diesel engines, the idle speed will automatically increase to 1000 rpm at elevated coolant temperatures to increase...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 249
...; Limited Use Spare - If Equipped ...309 Ⅵ Tire Chains ...309 Ⅵ Snow Tires ...311 Ⅵ Tire Rotation Recommendations ...311 ▫ Dual Rear Wheels ...313 Ⅵ Engine Runaway ...314 Ⅵ Fuel Requirements ...314 ▫ Adding Fuel ...315 ▫ Bulk Fuel Storage ...316 ▫ Fuel Specifications ...317 Ⅵ Adding Fuel - 24-Valve Cummins Turbo Diesel...
...; Limited Use Spare - If Equipped ...309 Ⅵ Tire Chains ...309 Ⅵ Snow Tires ...311 Ⅵ Tire Rotation Recommendations ...311 ▫ Dual Rear Wheels ...313 Ⅵ Engine Runaway ...314 Ⅵ Fuel Requirements ...314 ▫ Adding Fuel ...315 ▫ Bulk Fuel Storage ...316 ▫ Fuel Specifications ...317 Ⅵ Adding Fuel - 24-Valve Cummins Turbo Diesel...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 257
...diesel engine is allowed to run out of fuel to the tank (5 to 10 gallons) or eliminate the gelled fuel condition. 2. Add a substantial quantity of fuel or the fuel gels at low coolant temperatures to improve engine warm-up. Do not open the high pressure fuel system with the engine... position). After 20 seconds, attempt to 2 seconds. Repeat the procedure if the engine does not start the engine again. 3. Engine operation causes high fuel pressure. WARNING! Start the engine using the Normal Starting Procedure. 4. High pressure fuel spray can cause serious injury or ...
...diesel engine is allowed to run out of fuel to the tank (5 to 10 gallons) or eliminate the gelled fuel condition. 2. Add a substantial quantity of fuel or the fuel gels at low coolant temperatures to improve engine warm-up. Do not open the high pressure fuel system with the engine... position). After 20 seconds, attempt to 2 seconds. Repeat the procedure if the engine does not start the engine again. 3. Engine operation causes high fuel pressure. WARNING! Start the engine using the Normal Starting Procedure. 4. High pressure fuel spray can cause serious injury or ...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 258
...up may cause serious injury or death. WARNING! If the instructions in this manual are NEVER TO BE USED in an attempt to start in all conditions. The engine is off . • Engine Oil Pressure is above 10 psi (69 kPa) at idle. • Low Oil Pressure light is ... operating. • All message center lights are off. • Check Engine Lamp is off . Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in a flash fire and explosion causing serious personal injury and engine damage. Never pour diesel fuel, flammable liquid, starting fluids (ether) into the air cleaner canister, ...
...up may cause serious injury or death. WARNING! If the instructions in this manual are NEVER TO BE USED in an attempt to start in all conditions. The engine is off . • Engine Oil Pressure is above 10 psi (69 kPa) at idle. • Low Oil Pressure light is ... operating. • All message center lights are off. • Check Engine Lamp is off . Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in a flash fire and explosion causing serious personal injury and engine damage. Never pour diesel fuel, flammable liquid, starting fluids (ether) into the air cleaner canister, ...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 259
...suggest these options: Fuel Operating Range *No. 1 diesel fuel should then stabilize at which wax crystals form in fuel economy. • Climatized Diesel Fuel is a blend of the cycling operation is caused by the engine control module, this time will cause temporary dimming of.... STARTING AND OPERATING 259 • Voltmeter Operation: • The voltmeter may require special considerations. NOTE: • Use of Climatized Diesel Fuel or Number 1 Diesel Fuel results in a noticeable decrease in fuel. 5 This cycling operation is controlled by the post-heat cycle of the...
...suggest these options: Fuel Operating Range *No. 1 diesel fuel should then stabilize at which wax crystals form in fuel economy. • Climatized Diesel Fuel is a blend of the cycling operation is caused by the engine control module, this time will cause temporary dimming of.... STARTING AND OPERATING 259 • Voltmeter Operation: • The voltmeter may require special considerations. NOTE: • Use of Climatized Diesel Fuel or Number 1 Diesel Fuel results in a noticeable decrease in fuel. 5 This cycling operation is controlled by the post-heat cycle of the...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 314
... from fuel gelling or wax-plugging of engine runaway due to extreme cold (below 20°F or -7°C), or is located behind the passenger side headlamp and receives air through the grille FUEL REQUIREMENTS Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in your Dodge truck. WARNING! Using a CO2 or dry chemical type fire extinguisher...
... from fuel gelling or wax-plugging of engine runaway due to extreme cold (below 20°F or -7°C), or is located behind the passenger side headlamp and receives air through the grille FUEL REQUIREMENTS Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in your Dodge truck. WARNING! Using a CO2 or dry chemical type fire extinguisher...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 316
... could let impurities into the fuel system. Bulk Fuel Storage If you store quantities of fuel, good maintenance of "microbes." Drain condensation from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). WARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in the fuel. Avoid... which reduces the temperature at which wax crystals form in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is running. NOTE: Climatized diesel fuel is a blend of the engine fuel filter and fuel tank is also essential. Fuel contaminated with water will clog fuel filters and lines. A poorly fitting cap ...
... could let impurities into the fuel system. Bulk Fuel Storage If you store quantities of fuel, good maintenance of "microbes." Drain condensation from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). WARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in the fuel. Avoid... which reduces the temperature at which wax crystals form in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is running. NOTE: Climatized diesel fuel is a blend of the engine fuel filter and fuel tank is also essential. Fuel contaminated with water will clog fuel filters and lines. A poorly fitting cap ...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 317
... diesel fuel or No. 2 climatized diesel fuels. curve is smooth & (ASTM D-86) cont. 5 NOTE: No. 1 diesel fuel should only be used where extended arctic conditions (-10°F or -23°C) exist. No. 2 - STARTING AND OPERATING 317 Fuel Specifications The Cummins Turbocharged, Charge Air Cooled, Diesel engine ...Copper Strip Corrosion - #3 rating Ash - 0.01% by mass (ASTM D-482) Distillation - NOTE: A maximum blend of your Cummins Diesel equipped Dodge Ram Truck. NOTE: In addition, commercially available fuel additives are not necessary for the proper operation of 5% biodiesel may be...
... diesel fuel or No. 2 climatized diesel fuels. curve is smooth & (ASTM D-86) cont. 5 NOTE: No. 1 diesel fuel should only be used where extended arctic conditions (-10°F or -23°C) exist. No. 2 - STARTING AND OPERATING 317 Fuel Specifications The Cummins Turbocharged, Charge Air Cooled, Diesel engine ...Copper Strip Corrosion - #3 rating Ash - 0.01% by mass (ASTM D-482) Distillation - NOTE: A maximum blend of your Cummins Diesel equipped Dodge Ram Truck. NOTE: In addition, commercially available fuel additives are not necessary for the proper operation of 5% biodiesel may be...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 384
... filter element seal. Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Filter Care should be taken in disposing of new oil. Install the filter as outlined in the upper parts of the threads and sealing surface on the dipstick. Cummins Turbo Diesel Fill the engine with the gasket. Check for your Cummins Diesel Engine. Wait approximately 15 minutes...
... filter element seal. Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Filter Care should be taken in disposing of new oil. Install the filter as outlined in the upper parts of the threads and sealing surface on the dipstick. Cummins Turbo Diesel Fill the engine with the gasket. Check for your Cummins Diesel Engine. Wait approximately 15 minutes...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 385
... replaced. 7 This is an air flow restriction gauge that intersect with a Filter Minder™. Engine Air Cleaner Filter CAUTION! The abrasive particles in your Diesel Ram is equipped with transverse cracks are NOT acceptable. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385 Contact your local dealer, service... station, or governmental agency for advice on your area. The air filter housing on recycling programs and where used fluids and filters...
... replaced. 7 This is an air flow restriction gauge that intersect with a Filter Minder™. Engine Air Cleaner Filter CAUTION! The abrasive particles in your Diesel Ram is equipped with transverse cracks are NOT acceptable. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385 Contact your local dealer, service... station, or governmental agency for advice on your area. The air filter housing on recycling programs and where used fluids and filters...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 389
... . Diesel fuel will damage black top paving surfaces. Do not engage the starter motor for about 25 seconds. Do not use alcohol or gasoline as a fuel blending agent. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389 run rough until the air is forced from the system for more than 15 seconds at a time. Start the engine using the...
... . Diesel fuel will damage black top paving surfaces. Do not engage the starter motor for about 25 seconds. Do not use alcohol or gasoline as a fuel blending agent. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389 run rough until the air is forced from the system for more than 15 seconds at a time. Start the engine using the...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 423
... key is a normal condition. 1. Always properly reinstall the cover. 7 The I .O.D.) fuse located in the Integrated Power Module, located in the engine compartment. cavity includes a snap-in retainer that you may, disconnect the negative cables from the fuse block. • The electronic shift transfer case ... Red 40 20 Amp Yellow 41 25 Amp Natural 42 30 Amp Pink Description Power Outlet IP Sunroof/Seatbelt Tensioner Cigar Lighter Spare Diesel PCM (Diesel Only) VEHICLE STORAGE If you are storing your vehicle's battery: • Disconnect the Ignition-Off Draw fuse (I .O.D. This is...
... key is a normal condition. 1. Always properly reinstall the cover. 7 The I .O.D.) fuse located in the Integrated Power Module, located in the engine compartment. cavity includes a snap-in retainer that you may, disconnect the negative cables from the fuse block. • The electronic shift transfer case ... Red 40 20 Amp Yellow 41 25 Amp Natural 42 30 Amp Pink Description Power Outlet IP Sunroof/Seatbelt Tensioner Cigar Lighter Spare Diesel PCM (Diesel Only) VEHICLE STORAGE If you are storing your vehicle's battery: • Disconnect the Ignition-Off Draw fuse (I .O.D. This is...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 438
Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier. 438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Engine Fuel Filter Fuel Selection Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile...For the proper quality and SAE Grade oil for more information.) For most year-round service, No. 2 diesel fuel meeting ASTM specification D-975. (See page 314 for your engine, refer to 5% biodiesel meeting ASTM specification D-975 will provide good performance. Mopar Fuel Filter, ...
Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier. 438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Engine Fuel Filter Fuel Selection Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile...For the proper quality and SAE Grade oil for more information.) For most year-round service, No. 2 diesel fuel meeting ASTM specification D-975. (See page 314 for your engine, refer to 5% biodiesel meeting ASTM specification D-975 will provide good performance. Mopar Fuel Filter, ...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 442
More frequent maintenance may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any time a malfunction is suspected. M A I N T E N A N C E 442 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The "Scheduled" maintenance services,...delivery service (commercial service). E D U L E S MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES - 24-VALVE CUMMINS TURBO DIESEL There are listed below and at the beginning of the schedule. • Frequent short trips where the engine does not achieve full operating temperature (operating temperature defined as dusty H areas and very short trip...
More frequent maintenance may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any time a malfunction is suspected. M A I N T E N A N C E 442 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The "Scheduled" maintenance services,...delivery service (commercial service). E D U L E S MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES - 24-VALVE CUMMINS TURBO DIESEL There are listed below and at the beginning of the schedule. • Frequent short trips where the engine does not achieve full operating temperature (operating temperature defined as dusty H areas and very short trip...