Owner's Manual
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Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ...225 Limited-Slip Differential - If Equipped ...228 Parking Brake ...229 Brake System ...230 ▫ 3500 Dual Rear Wheel Models Only ...231 ▫ Brake Noise ...231 ▫ Rear Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System - RWAL ...231 ▫ Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System - If Equipped ...232 Power Steering ...234 Tire Safety Information ...234 ▫ Tire...
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ...225 Limited-Slip Differential - If Equipped ...228 Parking Brake ...229 Brake System ...230 ▫ 3500 Dual Rear Wheel Models Only ...231 ▫ Brake Noise ...231 ▫ Rear Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System - RWAL ...231 ▫ Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System - If Equipped ...232 Power Steering ...234 Tire Safety Information ...234 ▫ Tire...
Owner's Manual
Page 216
... 4 5 to 6 ACCEL 5.7L 2500/ ALL & 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (72) 3500 CRUISE Downshifting Moving from a high gear down steep hills. See the operating instructions for acceleration. Shift at the vehicle speeds... on the clutch. FOUR-WHEEL- DRIVE OPERATION - IF EQUIPPED • Four-Wheel-Drive Dodge Ram Trucks are equipped with either a Manually Shifted transfer case or an Electronically Shifted transfer case.... Speeds To utilize your foot resting on the clutch pedal, or attempt to preserve brakes when driving down to a lower gear is recommended. 216 STARTING AND OPERATING Never ...
... 4 5 to 6 ACCEL 5.7L 2500/ ALL & 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (72) 3500 CRUISE Downshifting Moving from a high gear down steep hills. See the operating instructions for acceleration. Shift at the vehicle speeds... on the clutch. FOUR-WHEEL- DRIVE OPERATION - IF EQUIPPED • Four-Wheel-Drive Dodge Ram Trucks are equipped with either a Manually Shifted transfer case or an Electronically Shifted transfer case.... Speeds To utilize your foot resting on the clutch pedal, or attempt to preserve brakes when driving down to a lower gear is recommended. 216 STARTING AND OPERATING Never ...
Owner's Manual
Page 231
.... The level of replacement. The system remains operational in the morning. STARTING AND OPERATING 231 3500 Dual Rear Wheel Models Only The brake system power assist is reduced when the front brakes are applied but may be felt in the brake pedal. 5 NOTE: Under cold temperatures, pedal effort will be an indication that the...
.... The level of replacement. The system remains operational in the morning. STARTING AND OPERATING 231 3500 Dual Rear Wheel Models Only The brake system power assist is reduced when the front brakes are applied but may be felt in the brake pedal. 5 NOTE: Under cold temperatures, pedal effort will be an indication that the...
Owner's Manual
Page 273
... are trailer tow ready and DO NOT REQUIRE any special axle lubes or additives. This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury. STARTING AND OPERATING 273 2500/3500 Models • The Axles on all RAM pickup models provides a 4-way trailer tow connector located under the bumper. Trailer Towing Recommendations • All trailer hitches...
... are trailer tow ready and DO NOT REQUIRE any special axle lubes or additives. This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury. STARTING AND OPERATING 273 2500/3500 Models • The Axles on all RAM pickup models provides a 4-way trailer tow connector located under the bumper. Trailer Towing Recommendations • All trailer hitches...
Owner's Manual
Page 320
...Blades ...342 ▫ Windshield Washers ...342 ▫ Exhaust System ...343 ▫ Cooling System ...344 ▫ Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ...347 ▫ Brake System ...348 ▫ Clutch Hydraulic System ...349 ▫ Clutch Linkage ...350 ▫ Propeller Shaft Universal Joints ...350 ▫ Rear Axle And 4X4 Front ... ...352 ▫ Front Wheel Bearings ...355 ▫ Selection Of Lubricating Grease ...356 ▫ 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...356
...Blades ...342 ▫ Windshield Washers ...342 ▫ Exhaust System ...343 ▫ Cooling System ...344 ▫ Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ...347 ▫ Brake System ...348 ▫ Clutch Hydraulic System ...349 ▫ Clutch Linkage ...350 ▫ Propeller Shaft Universal Joints ...350 ▫ Rear Axle And 4X4 Front ... ...352 ▫ Front Wheel Bearings ...355 ▫ Selection Of Lubricating Grease ...356 ▫ 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...356
Owner's Manual
Page 382
...-Slip Rear Axles on 1500 Models Require the addition of 118 ml (4 oz.) Mopar limited slip additive. 2500/3500 Model Front and Rear Synthetic, GL-5 SAE, 75W-90. Brake Master Cylinder Mopar DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used. Limited-Slip 10.5/11.5 inch Rear Axles DO Axle...Fluid Manual Transmission Fluid NV 3500 Mopar "Manual Transmission Fluid" P/N 4874464. Clutch Linkage Multipurpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P. 1500 Model Front Axle (4X4) GL-5 SAE 75W-90 1500 Model Rear Axle Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-140 (MS-8985). Use only recommended brake fluids. Power Steering Reservoir Mopar...
...-Slip Rear Axles on 1500 Models Require the addition of 118 ml (4 oz.) Mopar limited slip additive. 2500/3500 Model Front and Rear Synthetic, GL-5 SAE, 75W-90. Brake Master Cylinder Mopar DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used. Limited-Slip 10.5/11.5 inch Rear Axles DO Axle...Fluid Manual Transmission Fluid NV 3500 Mopar "Manual Transmission Fluid" P/N 4874464. Clutch Linkage Multipurpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P. 1500 Model Front Axle (4X4) GL-5 SAE 75W-90 1500 Model Rear Axle Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-140 (MS-8985). Use only recommended brake fluids. Power Steering Reservoir Mopar...
Owner's Manual
Page 388
S C H E D U L E S 3,000 (5 000) X 6,000 (10 000) X X 9,000 (14 000) X 12,000 (19 000) X X 15,000 (24 000) X Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. M 388 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X 8 E Change rear axle fluid. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only.
S C H E D U L E S 3,000 (5 000) X 6,000 (10 000) X X 9,000 (14 000) X 12,000 (19 000) X X 15,000 (24 000) X Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. M 388 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X 8 E Change rear axle fluid. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only.
Owner's Manual
Page 389
... front axle fluid (4X4). Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Replace spark plugs. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect brake linings.
... front axle fluid (4X4). Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Replace spark plugs. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect brake linings.
Owner's Manual
Page 390
S C H E D U L E S 33,000 (53 000) X 36,000 (58 000) X X 39,000 (62 000) X 42,000 (67 000) X X 45,000 (72 000) X Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. M 390 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect brake linings. E Change rear axle fluid. X X X X 8 A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only.
S C H E D U L E S 33,000 (53 000) X 36,000 (58 000) X X 39,000 (62 000) X 42,000 (67 000) X X 45,000 (72 000) X Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. M 390 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect brake linings. E Change rear axle fluid. X X X X 8 A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only.
Owner's Manual
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...,000 (77 000) X X 51,000 (82 000) X 54,000 (86 000) X X 57,000 (91 000) X 60,000 (96 000) 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 Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Replace spark plugs. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Change rear axle fluid. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Lubricate outer tie...
...,000 (77 000) X X 51,000 (82 000) X 54,000 (86 000) X X 57,000 (91 000) X 60,000 (96 000) 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 Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Replace spark plugs. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Change rear axle fluid. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Lubricate outer tie...
Owner's Manual
Page 392
S C H E D U L E S 63,000 (101 000) X 66,000 (106 000) X X 69,000 (110 000) X 72,000 (115 000) X X 75,000 (120 000) X Change rear axle fluid. X X X X X 8 E Inspect engine air cleaner filter. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required. (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Inspect brake linings. M 392 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only.
S C H E D U L E S 63,000 (101 000) X 66,000 (106 000) X X 69,000 (110 000) X 72,000 (115 000) X X 75,000 (120 000) X Change rear axle fluid. X X X X X 8 E Inspect engine air cleaner filter. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required. (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Inspect brake linings. M 392 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only.
Owner's Manual
Page 393
... 000) X 84,000 (134 000) X X 87,000 (139 000) X 90,000 (144 000) X X X X X A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S X X X X* X‡ X 8 Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Change rear axle fluid. Inspect brake linings. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Replace spark plugs. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500...
... 000) X 84,000 (134 000) X X 87,000 (139 000) X 90,000 (144 000) X X X X X A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S X X X X* X‡ X 8 Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Change rear axle fluid. Inspect brake linings. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Replace spark plugs. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500...
Owner's Manual
Page 394
Inspect brake linings. S C H E D U L E S 93,000 (149 000) X 96,000 (154 000) X X 99,000 (158 000) X 100,000 (160 000) 102,000 (163 000) X X X Flush and replace Power Steering Fluid. X X 8 A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only. E Flush and replace engine coolant. M 394 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
Inspect brake linings. S C H E D U L E S 93,000 (149 000) X 96,000 (154 000) X X 99,000 (158 000) X 100,000 (160 000) 102,000 (163 000) X X X Flush and replace Power Steering Fluid. X X 8 A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only. E Flush and replace engine coolant. M 394 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
Owner's Manual
Page 395
... "B" 395 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Replace ignition cables. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). 105,000 (168 000) X 108,000 (173 000)... 114,000 117,000 120,000 (178 000) (182 000) (187 000) (192 000) 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 X X X 8 X‡ Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Replace spark plugs. Change rear axle fluid.
... "B" 395 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Replace ignition cables. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). 105,000 (168 000) X 108,000 (173 000)... 114,000 117,000 120,000 (178 000) (182 000) (187 000) (192 000) 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 X X X 8 X‡ Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Replace spark plugs. Change rear axle fluid.
Owner's Manual
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...) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, regardless of mileage. X X X X X* X E Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) S C H E D U L E S 36,000 (58 000) [36] X X 42,000 (67 000) [42] X X 48,000 (77 000) [48] X X 54,000 (84 000) [...54] X X 60,000 (96 000) [60] X X X X 66,000 (106 000) [66] X X 8 models only. Replace spark plugs. Replace ignition cables. Inspect brake linings. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. N C Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Replace engine air cleaner filter.
...) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, regardless of mileage. X X X X X* X E Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) S C H E D U L E S 36,000 (58 000) [36] X X 42,000 (67 000) [42] X X 48,000 (77 000) [48] X X 54,000 (84 000) [...54] X X 60,000 (96 000) [60] X X X X 66,000 (106 000) [66] X X 8 models only. Replace spark plugs. Replace ignition cables. Inspect brake linings. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. N C Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Owner's Manual
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...] [90] [96] X X X X X X X 100,000 160 000 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 8 X Flush and replace Power Steering Fluid. Replace engine air cleaner filter. Inspect brake linings. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). 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). Inspect PCV valve, replace...
...] [90] [96] X X X X X X X 100,000 160 000 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 8 X Flush and replace Power Steering Fluid. Replace engine air cleaner filter. Inspect brake linings. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). 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). Inspect PCV valve, replace...
Owner's Manual
Page 400
...; 108,000 (173 000) [108] X 114,000 (182 000) [114] X 120,000 (192 000) [120] X X X X‡ X X X X* 8 Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Replace engine air cleaner filter. X X X ‡ This maintenance is not required to the owner, but is not required if previously replaced. Inspection... or suspected. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Retain all receipts. Inspect brake linings. Replace spark plugs. M 400 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter...
...; 108,000 (173 000) [108] X 114,000 (182 000) [114] X 120,000 (192 000) [120] X X X X‡ X X X X* 8 Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Replace engine air cleaner filter. X X X ‡ This maintenance is not required to the owner, but is not required if previously replaced. Inspection... or suspected. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Retain all receipts. Inspect brake linings. Replace spark plugs. M 400 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 274
... possible personal injury. An electrically-actuated electric trailer brake controller is recommended. • Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1000 lbs (454 kg) and are trailer tow ready and DO NOT REQUIRE any special axle lubes or additives. ...hitches should be professionally installed on your vehicle. • Safety chains must be used between your vehicle and trailer. • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. 274 STARTING AND OPERATING must always be considered as possible: Axle Lubricant and...
... possible personal injury. An electrically-actuated electric trailer brake controller is recommended. • Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1000 lbs (454 kg) and are trailer tow ready and DO NOT REQUIRE any special axle lubes or additives. ...hitches should be professionally installed on your vehicle. • Safety chains must be used between your vehicle and trailer. • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. 274 STARTING AND OPERATING must always be considered as possible: Axle Lubricant and...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 302
...connect the drive tube to the front. Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench. 302 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Instructions 1. For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the axle as far from storage. Locate the jack as far... forward as possible before raising the vehicle. • Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised. • Apply the parking brake firmly before jacking. • Never start the engine with the drive tubes extending to the extension tube. WARNING! Place the jack under the frame...
...connect the drive tube to the front. Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench. 302 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Instructions 1. For 2500/3500 4x2 series trucks, when changing a front wheel, place the bottle jack under the axle as far from storage. Locate the jack as far... forward as possible before raising the vehicle. • Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised. • Apply the parking brake firmly before jacking. • Never start the engine with the drive tubes extending to the extension tube. WARNING! Place the jack under the frame...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 381
... Manual Transmission Fluid NV 4500 Manual Transmission Fluid NV 5600 Clutch Linkage Front and Rear Axle Fluid 2500/3500 Models Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Use only recommended brake fluids. Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid Mopar 75W-..., Mopar P/N 4874459, Mopar manual transmission fluid P/N 4874464. Multipurpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P. Mopar DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
... Manual Transmission Fluid NV 4500 Manual Transmission Fluid NV 5600 Clutch Linkage Front and Rear Axle Fluid 2500/3500 Models Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Use only recommended brake fluids. Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid Mopar 75W-..., Mopar P/N 4874459, Mopar manual transmission fluid P/N 4874464. Multipurpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P. Mopar DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.