Owner's Manual
Page 235
... slip condition, such as follows: • 26 gallons - 1500 short box models • 34 gallons - 1500/2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons - 1500/2500/3500 long box models 4 Ram fuel tank volumes are as 4-wheel-drive operation (e.g. It may also occur when operating the vehicle in tank when ignition switch is an...
... slip condition, such as follows: • 26 gallons - 1500 short box models • 34 gallons - 1500/2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons - 1500/2500/3500 long box models 4 Ram fuel tank volumes are as 4-wheel-drive operation (e.g. It may also occur when operating the vehicle in tank when ignition switch is an...
Owner's Manual
Page 375
...door. Observe the tire chain manufacturer's instructions on the face of tire and wheel out-ofbalance. Remove the damaged parts of installation, operating speed, and conditions for a prolonged period on front wheels of cargo. Do not exceed 45 mph (72 km/h). Proper balancing will ...is important that meet SAE Type "U" specifications. TIRE CHAINS Use "Class S" chains on 2500/3500 Ram Trucks, or other traction aids that could suggest chain breakage. Use "Class U" chains on 1500 Ram Trucks, or other suspension components, it is defined as possible and then retighten after ...
...door. Observe the tire chain manufacturer's instructions on the face of tire and wheel out-ofbalance. Remove the damaged parts of installation, operating speed, and conditions for a prolonged period on front wheels of cargo. Do not exceed 45 mph (72 km/h). Proper balancing will ...is important that meet SAE Type "U" specifications. TIRE CHAINS Use "Class S" chains on 2500/3500 Ram Trucks, or other traction aids that could suggest chain breakage. Use "Class U" chains on 1500 Ram Trucks, or other suspension components, it is defined as possible and then retighten after ...
Owner's Manual
Page 376
...vehicle. NOTE: The use of class "U" chains is permitted on the rear wheels only of vehicles equipped with LT245/70R17, LT265/70R17, and LT235/ 80R17 size tires. NOTE: On 4x4 2500/3500 SRW (Single Rear Wheel) Ram Trucks, class "U" snow chains are risking structural or body damage to your ...vehicle. CAUTION! NOTE: On 4X2 2500/3500 Ram Trucks, class "U" snow chains are risking structural or body damage to all...
...vehicle. NOTE: The use of class "U" chains is permitted on the rear wheels only of vehicles equipped with LT245/70R17, LT265/70R17, and LT235/ 80R17 size tires. NOTE: On 4x4 2500/3500 SRW (Single Rear Wheel) Ram Trucks, class "U" snow chains are risking structural or body damage to your ...vehicle. CAUTION! NOTE: On 4X2 2500/3500 Ram Trucks, class "U" snow chains are risking structural or body damage to all...
Owner's Manual
Page 430
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. 430 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1500 4X4 Jacking Location 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. 430 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1500 4X4 Jacking Location 4X2 Jacking • For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the frame rail behind the wheel.
Owner's Manual
Page 431
Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench. • For all trucks, when changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the extension tube. Place the jack under the axle between the ... the axle as close to the tire as possible with the drive tubes extending to the front. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 431 • 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.
Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench. • For all trucks, when changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the extension tube. Place the jack under the axle between the ... the axle as close to the tire as possible with the drive tubes extending to the front. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 431 • 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 432
..., raise the vehicle until the vehicle has been lowered. 6. To avoid risk of the nuts toward the wheel on 1500/2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models. On 3500 dual rear wheel models (DRW) the lug nuts are a two piece assembly with the cone shaped end of forcing the ...tighten the nuts. lbs. (183 N·m) torque for 3500 dual rear wheel models. lbs. (197 N·m) for 1500/2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models and 145 ft. Install the spare wheel and wheel nuts with a flat face. Using the wheel wrench, finish tightening the nuts using a crisscross pattern. If in doubt ...
..., raise the vehicle until the vehicle has been lowered. 6. To avoid risk of the nuts toward the wheel on 1500/2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models. On 3500 dual rear wheel models (DRW) the lug nuts are a two piece assembly with the cone shaped end of forcing the ...tighten the nuts. lbs. (183 N·m) torque for 3500 dual rear wheel models. lbs. (197 N·m) for 1500/2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models and 145 ft. Install the spare wheel and wheel nuts with a flat face. Using the wheel wrench, finish tightening the nuts using a crisscross pattern. If in doubt ...
Owner's Manual
Page 433
... may result in order to pry the hub cap off . Always stow the jack parts and the extra tire and wheel in the vehicle. NOTE: Do not oil wheel studs. The wheel skins can now be removed. Insert the blade end into the pryoff notch and carefully pop off notch of the lug... caps on the ratchet firmly. Adjust the tire pressure when possible. Hub Caps/Wheel Covers The hub caps must first remove the hub caps. For 2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models, use the jack drive tube in cap damage. 8. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could injure...
... may result in order to pry the hub cap off . Always stow the jack parts and the extra tire and wheel in the vehicle. NOTE: Do not oil wheel studs. The wheel skins can now be removed. Insert the blade end into the pryoff notch and carefully pop off notch of the lug... caps on the ratchet firmly. Adjust the tire pressure when possible. Hub Caps/Wheel Covers The hub caps must first remove the hub caps. For 2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models, use the jack drive tube in cap damage. 8. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could injure...
Owner's Manual
Page 446
... Check ...464 ▫ Front Suspension Ball Joints ...464 ▫ Steering Linkage - Inspection ...465 ▫ Half-Shaft Constant Velocity Joints ...465 ▫ Front Prop Shaft Lubrication - 2500/3500 (4X4) Models ...466 ▫ Body Lubrication ...466 ▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...467 ▫ Windshield Washers ...467 ▫ Exhaust System ...468 ▫ Cooling System ...469... Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level ...477 ▫ Transfer Case ...479 ▫ Manual Transmission ...479 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...480 ▫ Front And Rear Wheel Bearings ...482
... Check ...464 ▫ Front Suspension Ball Joints ...464 ▫ Steering Linkage - Inspection ...465 ▫ Half-Shaft Constant Velocity Joints ...465 ▫ Front Prop Shaft Lubrication - 2500/3500 (4X4) Models ...466 ▫ Body Lubrication ...466 ▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...467 ▫ Windshield Washers ...467 ▫ Exhaust System ...468 ▫ Cooling System ...469... Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level ...477 ▫ Transfer Case ...479 ▫ Manual Transmission ...479 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...480 ▫ Front And Rear Wheel Bearings ...482
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 313
...light load vehicle condition is important that only chains in good condition are used. CAUTION! TIRE CHAINS Use "Class U" chains on 2500/3500 Ram Trucks, or other suspension components, it is defined as recommended by the manufacturer. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs that meet...• Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle. • Do not install tire chains on front wheels of 4x2 vehicles. 5 • Do not drive for a prolonged period on dry pavement. • Observe the tire chain manufacturer's instructions on...
...light load vehicle condition is important that only chains in good condition are used. CAUTION! TIRE CHAINS Use "Class U" chains on 2500/3500 Ram Trucks, or other suspension components, it is defined as recommended by the manufacturer. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise occurs that meet...• Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle. • Do not install tire chains on front wheels of 4x2 vehicles. 5 • Do not drive for a prolonged period on dry pavement. • Observe the tire chain manufacturer's instructions on...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 314
... trucks. Do not use of class "U" chains is permitted on the 4X2 front wheels of 2500/3500 SRW (Single Rear Wheels) equipped with LT245/ 70R17E tires. NOTE: On 4X4 2500/3500 Single Rear Wheel (SRW) Ram Trucks, class "U" snow chains are risking structural or body damage to your vehicle. ...CAUTION! Do not use is permitted on the rear wheels only of vehicles equipped with Dual Rear Wheels and LT235/80R17E tires. 314 STARTING...
... trucks. Do not use of class "U" chains is permitted on the 4X2 front wheels of 2500/3500 SRW (Single Rear Wheels) equipped with LT245/ 70R17E tires. NOTE: On 4X4 2500/3500 Single Rear Wheel (SRW) Ram Trucks, class "U" snow chains are risking structural or body damage to your vehicle. ...CAUTION! Do not use is permitted on the rear wheels only of vehicles equipped with Dual Rear Wheels and LT235/80R17E tires. 314 STARTING...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 359
... Place the jack under the axle between the spring and the shock absorber with the drive tubes extending to the rear. 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... in order to the tire as possible on the ground. 3. Place the jack under the frame rail behind the wheel. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 359 1. For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the axle as close to lower the jack. 6 Before raising the...
... Place the jack under the axle between the spring and the shock absorber with the drive tubes extending to the rear. 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... in order to the tire as possible on the ground. 3. Place the jack under the frame rail behind the wheel. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 359 1. For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the axle as close to lower the jack. 6 Before raising the...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 361
... tightening the nuts using a crisscross pattern. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 361 WARNING! lbs. (183 N·m) torque for 2500/3500 single rear wheel 6 4. By rotating the wheel wrench clockwise, raise the vehicle until the vehicle has been lowered. 6. Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the ...vehicle unstable and cause an accident. To avoid risk of the nuts toward the wheel on 2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models. Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel off the jack and hurt someone near it. Lightly tighten the nuts. Correct nut tightness is ...
... tightening the nuts using a crisscross pattern. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 361 WARNING! lbs. (183 N·m) torque for 2500/3500 single rear wheel 6 4. By rotating the wheel wrench clockwise, raise the vehicle until the vehicle has been lowered. 6. Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the ...vehicle unstable and cause an accident. To avoid risk of the nuts toward the wheel on 2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models. Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel off the jack and hurt someone near it. Lightly tighten the nuts. Correct nut tightness is ...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 362
Insert the blade end into the pryoff notch and carefully pop off . If in order to lower the jack. For 2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models, use the jack drive tube in doubt about the correct tightness, have them checked with a back and forth motion. The jack handle driver ... a service station. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could injure someone in cap damage. 8. Do not install chrome or aluminum wheel center caps on the WARNING! Lower the jack to pry the hub cap off the hub cap with a torque wrench by your dealer or at...
Insert the blade end into the pryoff notch and carefully pop off . If in order to lower the jack. For 2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models, use the jack drive tube in doubt about the correct tightness, have them checked with a back and forth motion. The jack handle driver ... a service station. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could injure someone in cap damage. 8. Do not install chrome or aluminum wheel center caps on the WARNING! Lower the jack to pry the hub cap off the hub cap with a torque wrench by your dealer or at...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 445
.... Pull the entire assembly from the socket. 4. 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 7 gal. 26.5L gal. Side Marker Lights (Dual Rear Wheels) 3. Pull bulb straight out from assembly to access the bulb. 4. Turn socket 1⁄...
.... Pull the entire assembly from the socket. 4. 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 7 gal. 26.5L gal. Side Marker Lights (Dual Rear Wheels) 3. Pull bulb straight out from assembly to access the bulb. 4. Turn socket 1⁄...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 457
... (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 X X 8 SCHEDULE "B" 457 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Change rear axle fluid. Inspect front wheel bearings. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models. Replace fuel filter element. Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if not replaced...
... (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 X X 8 SCHEDULE "B" 457 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Change rear axle fluid. Inspect front wheel bearings. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models. Replace fuel filter element. Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if not replaced...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 459
... rear axle fluid. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect front wheel bearings. Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary.... Inspect drive belt, replace as required. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models. Replace fuel filter element. Check transfer case ...
... rear axle fluid. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect front wheel bearings. Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary.... Inspect drive belt, replace as required. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models. Replace fuel filter element. Check transfer case ...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 462
... Replace filter and adjust bands (48RE only). X X A Change rear axle fluid. Retain all receipts. M 462 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Inspect front wheel bearings. E Change 6-spd manual transmission (G-56) S C H E D U L E S 116,250 (186 000) 120,000 (192 000) X X X X X X ...X X 123,750 127,500 131,250 135,000 (198 000) (204 000) (210 000) (216 000) X X 8 fluid 2500/3500. Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. N C Change front axle fluid (4X4). Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid...
... Replace filter and adjust bands (48RE only). X X A Change rear axle fluid. Retain all receipts. M 462 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Inspect front wheel bearings. E Change 6-spd manual transmission (G-56) S C H E D U L E S 116,250 (186 000) 120,000 (192 000) X X X X X X ...X X 123,750 127,500 131,250 135,000 (198 000) (204 000) (210 000) (216 000) X X 8 fluid 2500/3500. Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. N C Change front axle fluid (4X4). Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 463
... and adjust parking brake if necessary. Rotate tires. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models. SCHEDULE "A" 463 M Schedule "A" Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Replace fuel filter element. Inspect brake linings. Inspect front wheel bearings. 7,500 (12 000) [6] X X X X 15,000 (24 000) [12] X X X X X X X X X X 22,500 (36...
... and adjust parking brake if necessary. Rotate tires. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models. SCHEDULE "A" 463 M Schedule "A" Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Replace fuel filter element. Inspect brake linings. Inspect front wheel bearings. 7,500 (12 000) [6] X X X X 15,000 (24 000) [12] X X X X X X X X X X 22,500 (36...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 464
... 60 months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (163 000 km). Replace fuel filter element. N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Check transfer case fluid level. Inspect brake linings. Replace fuel filter element. 45,000 (72 000) [36] X X... (120 000) [48] [54] [60] 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 Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary. Inspect front wheel bearings. Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. M 464 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. E Rotate tires.
... 60 months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (163 000 km). Replace fuel filter element. N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Check transfer case fluid level. Inspect brake linings. Replace fuel filter element. 45,000 (72 000) [36] X X... (120 000) [48] [54] [60] 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 Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary. Inspect front wheel bearings. Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. M 464 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. E Rotate tires.
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 465
Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect front wheel bearings. Inspect brake linings. Replace filter and adjust bands (48 RE only). 82,500 90,000 97,500 100,000 105,000 (132 000) (144 ...
Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect front wheel bearings. Inspect brake linings. Replace filter and adjust bands (48 RE only). 82,500 90,000 97,500 100,000 105,000 (132 000) (144 ...