Owner's Manual
Page 314
... low until the clutch is recommended. Depress the clutch and pause briefly to allow the gear train to gine Model Axle Mode 2 3 4 5 6 Accel 15 25 40 45 50 5.7L 2500/ ALL & 3500 Cruise (24) (40) (65) (72) (81) Manual Transmission - 6-Speed (G238) 1500 models are equipped with light acceleration, 6th gear is...
... low until the clutch is recommended. Depress the clutch and pause briefly to allow the gear train to gine Model Axle Mode 2 3 4 5 6 Accel 15 25 40 45 50 5.7L 2500/ ALL & 3500 Cruise (24) (40) (65) (72) (81) Manual Transmission - 6-Speed (G238) 1500 models are equipped with light acceleration, 6th gear is...
Owner's Manual
Page 431
Place the jack under the axle as close to the tire as possible with the drive tubes extending to the extension tube. Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench. • ... tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the rear. 6 Rear Jacking Location (All) 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 front. Place...
Place the jack under the axle as close to the tire as possible with the drive tubes extending to the extension tube. Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench. • ... tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the rear. 6 Rear Jacking Location (All) 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 front. Place...
Owner's Manual
Page 446
...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 ......Connections ...474 ▫ Brake System ...475 ▫ Clutch Hydraulic System ...477 ▫ Clutch Linkage ...477 ▫ Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level ...477 ▫ Transfer Case ...479 ▫ Manual Transmission ...479 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...480 ▫ ...
...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 ......Connections ...474 ▫ Brake System ...475 ▫ Clutch Hydraulic System ...477 ▫ Clutch Linkage ...477 ▫ Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level ...477 ▫ Transfer Case ...479 ▫ Manual Transmission ...479 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...480 ▫ ...
Owner's Manual
Page 478
... Mopar Limited Slip Additive should be 1/4" ± 1/4" (6.4 mm ± 6.4 mm) below the fill hole. Ram 2500/3500 Model Axles DO NOT REQUIRE any limited slip oil additive (friction modifiers). For all 2500/3500 Model axles, the fluid level should be made . 478 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE This inspection should be 1/4" ± 1/4" (6.4 mm ± 6.4 mm) below the...
... Mopar Limited Slip Additive should be 1/4" ± 1/4" (6.4 mm ± 6.4 mm) below the fill hole. Ram 2500/3500 Model Axles DO NOT REQUIRE any limited slip oil additive (friction modifiers). For all 2500/3500 Model axles, the fluid level should be made . 478 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE This inspection should be 1/4" ± 1/4" (6.4 mm ± 6.4 mm) below the...
Owner's Manual
Page 483
... or 6,000 miles (9 600 km), whichever comes first, to comply with the Federal Government's Exterior Noise Regulations. Rear Wheel Bearings - Manufacturer's Axles These bearings are required to assure proper operation of extreme water or dust contamination. This is required only when... over 10,000 lbs. (4 535 kg) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. Cleaning and repacking is normal. 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 Weight Rating and manufactured for excess play is recommended. ...
... or 6,000 miles (9 600 km), whichever comes first, to comply with the Federal Government's Exterior Noise Regulations. Rear Wheel Bearings - Manufacturer's Axles These bearings are required to assure proper operation of extreme water or dust contamination. This is required only when... over 10,000 lbs. (4 535 kg) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. Cleaning and repacking is normal. 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 Weight Rating and manufactured for excess play is recommended. ...
Owner's Manual
Page 515
...2 E.P. GL-5 SAE 75W-90 (MS-9763) or equivalent. Limited-Slip Rear Axles on 1500 Models Require the addition of 118 ml (4 oz.) Mopar Limited Slip Additive or equivalent. 2500/3500 Model Front and Rear Axle Synthetic, GL-5 SAE, 75W-90 or equivalent. Use only recommended brake fluids. ... 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 Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. or equivalent. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Mopar...
...2 E.P. GL-5 SAE 75W-90 (MS-9763) or equivalent. Limited-Slip Rear Axles on 1500 Models Require the addition of 118 ml (4 oz.) Mopar Limited Slip Additive or equivalent. 2500/3500 Model Front and Rear Axle Synthetic, GL-5 SAE, 75W-90 or equivalent. Use only recommended brake fluids. ... 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 Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. or equivalent. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Mopar...
Owner's Manual
Page 522
...) X X 12,000 (19 000) X X X X X 15,000 (24 000) X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X X X 8 N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
...) X X 12,000 (19 000) X X X X X 15,000 (24 000) X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X X X 8 N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
Owner's Manual
Page 523
Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Rotate tires. Replace spark plugs. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Inspect brake linings. SCHEDULE "B" 523 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil...
Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Rotate tires. Replace spark plugs. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Inspect brake linings. SCHEDULE "B" 523 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil...
Owner's Manual
Page 524
...,000 (68 000) X X X X X 45,000 (72 000) X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). M 524 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval shown A or 3 months, whichever comes first. N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). E Rotate tires.
...,000 (68 000) X X X X X 45,000 (72 000) X X Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). M 524 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval shown A or 3 months, whichever comes first. N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). E Rotate tires.
Owner's Manual
Page 525
... pressure and correct stowage. Flush and replace engine coolant. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. ** 48,000 (77 000) X X X X X 51... 000) X X X X X 57,000 (92 000) X X 60,000 (97 000) 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 X X X X X X 8 Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Rotate tires. SCHEDULE "B" 525 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval...
... pressure and correct stowage. Flush and replace engine coolant. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. ** 48,000 (77 000) X X X X X 51... 000) X X X X X 57,000 (92 000) X X 60,000 (97 000) 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 X X X X X X 8 Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Rotate tires. SCHEDULE "B" 525 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval...
Owner's Manual
Page 526
...) X X 8 Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required. (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid and change main sump filter*. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting...
...) X X 8 Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required. (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid and change main sump filter*. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting...
Owner's Manual
Page 527
Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. ** Inspect auto tension drive ...90,000 (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) X X 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 X 8 Rotate tires. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Inspect brake linings. SCHEDULE "B" 527 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. Change front...
Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. ** Inspect auto tension drive ...90,000 (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) X X 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 X 8 Rotate tires. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Inspect brake linings. SCHEDULE "B" 527 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. Change front...
Owner's Manual
Page 529
... only. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Rotate tires. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. SCHEDULE "B" 529 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and...
... only. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Rotate tires. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. SCHEDULE "B" 529 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and...
Owner's Manual
Page 531
Inspect brake linings. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). 126,000 (203 000) X X X X X 129,000 132... 000) (222 000) X 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 Rotate tires. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, X 4X4). Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). SCHEDULE "B" 531 M Miles 123,000 (Kilometers) (198 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interX val shown or 3 months...
Inspect brake linings. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). 126,000 (203 000) X X X X X 129,000 132... 000) (222 000) X 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 Rotate tires. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, X 4X4). Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). SCHEDULE "B" 531 M Miles 123,000 (Kilometers) (198 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interX val shown or 3 months...
Owner's Manual
Page 532
Inspect brake linings. N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. ** ... T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval shown A or 3 months, whichever comes first. X Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). S C H E D U L E S 141,000 (227 000) X X 144,000 (232 000) X X X X X 147,000 (237 000) X X 150,000 (241 000) X X X X X X X X X X X 8 ...
Inspect brake linings. N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. ** ... T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval shown A or 3 months, whichever comes first. X Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). S C H E D U L E S 141,000 (227 000) X X 144,000 (232 000) X X X X X 147,000 (237 000) X X 150,000 (241 000) X X X X X X X X X X X 8 ...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 359
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 lower the jack. 6 Place the jack under the axle as close to the tire as possible with the drive tubes extending to the rear. Place the jack...the jack tube extension and wheel wrench. Remove the spare wheel, jack, and tools from storage. 2. For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the axle between the spring and the shock absorber with the drive tubes extending to the extension tube. Before raising the...
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 lower the jack. 6 Place the jack under the axle as close to the tire as possible with the drive tubes extending to the rear. Place the jack...the jack tube extension and wheel wrench. Remove the spare wheel, jack, and tools from storage. 2. For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the axle between the spring and the shock absorber with the drive tubes extending to the extension tube. Before raising the...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 447
...used or equivalent. Power Steering Reservoir 7 Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. GL-5 SAE 75W-90 Synthetic or equivalent. 2500/3500 axels do not require limited slip additive. or equivalent. Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 Chassis Component ...Automatic Transmission Transfer Case Manual Transmission Fluid G-56 Clutch Linkage Front and Rear Axle Fluid 2500/3500 Models Brake Master Cylinder Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.
...used or equivalent. Power Steering Reservoir 7 Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. GL-5 SAE 75W-90 Synthetic or equivalent. 2500/3500 axels do not require limited slip additive. or equivalent. Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 Chassis Component ...Automatic Transmission Transfer Case Manual Transmission Fluid G-56 Clutch Linkage Front and Rear Axle Fluid 2500/3500 Models Brake Master Cylinder Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 454
Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models. E Rotate tires. Inspect brake linings. Change rear axle fluid. A Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, N C 4X4). Replace fuel filter element. Change front axle fluid (4X4). S C H E D U L E S 3,750 (6 000) X 7,500 (12 000) X X X X X 11,250 (18 000) X 15,000 (24 000) X X X X X X X X X X 18,750 (30 000) X 8 Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. M 454 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models. E Rotate tires. Inspect brake linings. Change rear axle fluid. A Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, N C 4X4). Replace fuel filter element. Change front axle fluid (4X4). S C H E D U L E S 3,750 (6 000) X 7,500 (12 000) X X X X X 11,250 (18 000) X 15,000 (24 000) X X X X X X X X X X 18,750 (30 000) X 8 Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. M 454 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 455
... for proper pressure and correct stowage. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models. Inspect drive belt, replace as required. Replace filter and... adjust bands (48RE only). 22,500 (36 000) X X X X X X 26,250 (42 000) X 30,000 (48 000) X X X X X X X X X X 33,750 (54 000) X 37,500 (60 000) 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 SCHEDULE "B" 455 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Change rear axle...
... for proper pressure and correct stowage. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models. Inspect drive belt, replace as required. Replace filter and... adjust bands (48RE only). 22,500 (36 000) X X X X X X 26,250 (42 000) X 30,000 (48 000) X X X X X X X X X X 33,750 (54 000) X 37,500 (60 000) 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 SCHEDULE "B" 455 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Change rear axle...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 456
Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4). Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. Inspect drive belt, replace as required. E Rotate tires. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Replace fuel filter element. S C H E D U L E S 41,250 (66 000) X 45,000 (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 X 56,250 (90... pressure and correct stowage. Inspect brake linings. M 456 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, 4X4) N C models. Change rear axle fluid.
Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4). Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. Inspect drive belt, replace as required. E Rotate tires. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Replace fuel filter element. S C H E D U L E S 41,250 (66 000) X 45,000 (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 X 56,250 (90... pressure and correct stowage. Inspect brake linings. M 456 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, 4X4) N C models. Change rear axle fluid.