Owner's Manual
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... usage such as follows: • 26 gallons (98L) - 1500 short box models • 34 gallons (129L) - 2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons (132L) - 1500/2500/3500 long box models 28. Fuel Gauge Shows level of fuel in the ON position. 27. 150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 24... on "E" (equivalent to Distance To Empty [DTE] = 0 on the fuel gauge. Ram fuel tank volumes are as trailer towing. Odometer/Trip Odometer Button Press this light comes on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at maximum load conditions in trip mode. 26. Low Wash Light This light comes...
... usage such as follows: • 26 gallons (98L) - 1500 short box models • 34 gallons (129L) - 2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons (132L) - 1500/2500/3500 long box models 28. Fuel Gauge Shows level of fuel in the ON position. 27. 150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 24... on "E" (equivalent to Distance To Empty [DTE] = 0 on the fuel gauge. Ram fuel tank volumes are as trailer towing. Odometer/Trip Odometer Button Press this light comes on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at maximum load conditions in trip mode. 26. Low Wash Light This light comes...
Owner's Manual
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...) 40 (65) 45 (72) & & 3.92 CRUISE 4.7L 1500 All ACCEL 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (72) & CRUISE Manual Transmission - 5-Speed (NV4500) 2500 and 3500 models are equipped with the NV4500 manual transmission. Use each gear in 2nd gear. When shifting from starting in 2nd or 3rd gear with light... accelerations, 5th gear is recommended. Do not pull the lever sharply left as you in MPH (KPH) Engine Model Axle Mode 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to a complete stop . An unloaded vehicle may find it easier to the right beyond the spring pressure point and...
...) 40 (65) 45 (72) & & 3.92 CRUISE 4.7L 1500 All ACCEL 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (72) & CRUISE Manual Transmission - 5-Speed (NV4500) 2500 and 3500 models are equipped with the NV4500 manual transmission. Use each gear in 2nd gear. When shifting from starting in 2nd or 3rd gear with light... accelerations, 5th gear is recommended. Do not pull the lever sharply left as you in MPH (KPH) Engine Model Axle Mode 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to a complete stop . An unloaded vehicle may find it easier to the right beyond the spring pressure point and...
Owner's Manual
Page 216
...See the operating instructions for acceleration. FOUR-WHEEL- Manual Transmission Shift Speed in mph (km/h) Engine Model Axle Model 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 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 to a lower gear is recommended. Earlier upshifts ..., located within this will result in increased fuel economy, and may be upshifted as indicated. 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.
...See the operating instructions for acceleration. FOUR-WHEEL- Manual Transmission Shift Speed in mph (km/h) Engine Model Axle Model 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 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 to a lower gear is recommended. Earlier upshifts ..., located within this will result in increased fuel economy, and may be upshifted as indicated. 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.
Owner's Manual
Page 352
...Transmission - If Equipped) This transmission does not require periodic changing. At normal operating temperature the fluid cannot be checked when the engine is fully warmed up and the fluid in this transmission refer to add or change the fluid in the transmission is at least ...necessary to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for use in this transmission, refer to add or change fluid in the NV-3500 transmission. This is serviced. Automatic Transmission Fluid Level Check The fluid level should be held comfortably between the fingertips. This occurs after...
...Transmission - If Equipped) This transmission does not require periodic changing. At normal operating temperature the fluid cannot be checked when the engine is fully warmed up and the fluid in this transmission refer to add or change the fluid in the transmission is at least ...necessary to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for use in this transmission, refer to add or change fluid in the NV-3500 transmission. This is serviced. Automatic Transmission Fluid Level Check The fluid level should be held comfortably between the fingertips. This occurs after...
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 engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. E Change rear axle fluid. Inspect brake linings. A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only. X X X X 8 M 388 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
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 engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. E Change rear axle fluid. Inspect brake linings. A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only. X X X X 8 M 388 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
Owner's Manual
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Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Change rear axle fluid. Drain and refill ... 000) X X 21,000 (34 000) X 24,000 (38 000) X X 27,000 (43 000) X 30,000 (48 000) 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 8 Replace spark plugs. SCHEDULE "B" 389 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Change rear axle fluid. Drain and refill ... 000) X X 21,000 (34 000) X 24,000 (38 000) X X 27,000 (43 000) X 30,000 (48 000) 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 8 Replace spark plugs. SCHEDULE "B" 389 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
Owner's Manual
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X X X X 8 Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. 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). E Change rear axle fluid. A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only. M 390 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
X X X X 8 Inspect brake linings. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. 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). E Change rear axle fluid. A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only. M 390 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
Owner's Manual
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Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Change rear axle fluid. Inspect brake linings. Replace spark plugs. Drain and refill automatic tranmission fluid and ...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). Replace ignition cables. SCHEDULE "B" 391 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4).
Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Change rear axle fluid. Inspect brake linings. Replace spark plugs. Drain and refill automatic tranmission fluid and ...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). Replace ignition cables. SCHEDULE "B" 391 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4).
Owner's Manual
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Change front axle fluid (4X4). 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. E Inspect engine air cleaner filter. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required. (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). X X X X X 8 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. Inspect brake linings.
Change front axle fluid (4X4). 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. E Inspect engine air cleaner filter. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required. (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). X X X X X 8 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. Inspect brake linings.
Owner's Manual
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Inspect brake linings. SCHEDULE "B" 393 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Drain and refill automatic tranmission fluid and change main sump and spin-on cooler return filter (if equipped) [45RFE/545RFE only]. 78,..., replace as necessary. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Replace spark plugs. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Change rear axle fluid.
Inspect brake linings. SCHEDULE "B" 393 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Drain and refill automatic tranmission fluid and change main sump and spin-on cooler return filter (if equipped) [45RFE/545RFE only]. 78,..., replace as necessary. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Replace spark plugs. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Change rear axle fluid.
Owner's Manual
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X X 8 M 394 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. E Flush and replace engine coolant. 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. A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only. Inspect brake linings.
X X 8 M 394 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. E Flush and replace engine coolant. 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. A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only. Inspect brake linings.
Owner's Manual
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... (168 000) X 108,000 (173 000) X X 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000 (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‡ Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Replace ignition cables. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Change front axle...
... (168 000) X 108,000 (173 000) X X 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000 (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‡ Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Replace ignition cables. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Change front axle...
Owner's Manual
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...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. Flush and replace engine ...coolant at 60 months, regardless of mileage. Replace spark plugs. X X X X X* X N C Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. M 398 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Replace ignition cables.
...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. Flush and replace engine ...coolant at 60 months, regardless of mileage. Replace spark plugs. X X X X X* X N C Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. M 398 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Replace ignition cables.
Owner's Manual
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Inspect brake linings. SCHEDULE "A" 399 M Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Replace spark plugs. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Drain and refill automatic tranmission fluid and change main ... (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) [84] [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 auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Lubricate outer tie rod...
Inspect brake linings. SCHEDULE "A" 399 M Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Replace spark plugs. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Drain and refill automatic tranmission fluid and change main ... (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) [84] [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 auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Lubricate outer tie rod...
Owner's Manual
Page 400
...[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. Retain all receipts. E Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 60 mos. Replace ignition cables. X X X ‡ This maintenance is not required to maintain the emissions ...if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Replace spark plugs. M 400 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect PCV Valve, replace as necessary * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture to the owner, but is not required if ...
...[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. Retain all receipts. E Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 60 mos. Replace ignition cables. X X X ‡ This maintenance is not required to maintain the emissions ...if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Replace spark plugs. M 400 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect PCV Valve, replace as necessary * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture to the owner, but is not required if ...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 150
... or Engine Coolant Temperature gages indicate a reading either too high or too low. Examine the gages carefully, and follow the instructions above for each indicated problem. Transmission Oil Temperature Warning Light (Automatic Transmissions Only) This light indicates that might occur with the transmission in areas where there aren't many gas stations. Ram... is between "E" and 1/8 indication mark (approximately 15% of fuel when operating at idle or faster, with severe usage such as follows: • 34 gallons - 2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons - 2500...
... or Engine Coolant Temperature gages indicate a reading either too high or too low. Examine the gages carefully, and follow the instructions above for each indicated problem. Transmission Oil Temperature Warning Light (Automatic Transmissions Only) This light indicates that might occur with the transmission in areas where there aren't many gas stations. Ram... is between "E" and 1/8 indication mark (approximately 15% of fuel when operating at idle or faster, with severe usage such as follows: • 34 gallons - 2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons - 2500...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 302
...parking brake firmly before raising the vehicle. • Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be extremely careful of the frame. 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. ...and wheel wrench. 302 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Instructions 1. Locate the jack as far forward as possible before jacking. • Never start the engine with the drive tubes extending to the extension tube. Remove the spare wheel, jack, and tools from the edge of the roadway as possible on...
...parking brake firmly before raising the vehicle. • Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be extremely careful of the frame. 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. ...and wheel wrench. 302 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Instructions 1. Locate the jack as far forward as possible before jacking. • Never start the engine with the drive tubes extending to the extension tube. Remove the spare wheel, jack, and tools from the edge of the roadway as possible on...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 379
gal. gal. gal. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 2. Metric 128L 132L 128L 132L 11.4L 12.0 qts. 3. Pull bulb straight from the connector. 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 Cooling System 5.9L Diesel Engine I-6 U.S. 34 35 34 35 gal. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and housing. 7 gal. 26.5L 7
gal. gal. gal. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 2. Metric 128L 132L 128L 132L 11.4L 12.0 qts. 3. Pull bulb straight from the connector. 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 Cooling System 5.9L Diesel Engine I-6 U.S. 34 35 34 35 gal. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and housing. 7 gal. 26.5L 7
Owner Manual Diesel
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S C H E D U L E S 3,750 (6 000) 7,500 (12 000) X X X 11,250 (18 000) 15,000 (24 000) X X X X X X X X X 18,750 (30 000) Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. Change rear axle fluid. Inspect brake linings. Replace fuel filter element. Clean the water in fuel sensor. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. 8 N C Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modE els only. M 388 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. A Rotate tires.
S C H E D U L E S 3,750 (6 000) 7,500 (12 000) X X X 11,250 (18 000) 15,000 (24 000) X X X X X X X X X 18,750 (30 000) Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. Change rear axle fluid. Inspect brake linings. Replace fuel filter element. Clean the water in fuel sensor. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. 8 N C Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modE els only. M 388 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. A Rotate tires.
Owner Manual Diesel
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Rotate tires. Clean the water in fuel sensor. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. Replace fuel filter element. Inspect fan hub. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect damper. ...) 37,500 (60 000) X X X A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 Inspect drive belt, replace as required. Change rear axle fluid. Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. SCHEDULE "B" 389 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
Rotate tires. Clean the water in fuel sensor. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. Replace fuel filter element. Inspect fan hub. Check transfer case fluid level (4X4). Inspect damper. ...) 37,500 (60 000) X X X A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S 8 Inspect drive belt, replace as required. Change rear axle fluid. Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. SCHEDULE "B" 389 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter.