Owner's Manual
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... which corresponds to Distance To Empty [DTE] = 0 on , stop the vehicle and run the engine at maximum load conditions in areas where there aren't many gas stations. Fuel Gauge Shows level of tank.... Low Fuel Warning Light Glows when the pointer is added and one minute has elapsed. 25. Ram fuel tank volumes are as trailer towing. When the fuel gauge pointer is on "E" (equivalent to...(98L) - 1500 short box models • 34 gallons (129L) - 2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons (132L) - 1500/2500/3500 long box models 28. Low Wash Light This light comes on when the washer fluid...
... which corresponds to Distance To Empty [DTE] = 0 on , stop the vehicle and run the engine at maximum load conditions in areas where there aren't many gas stations. Fuel Gauge Shows level of tank.... Low Fuel Warning Light Glows when the pointer is added and one minute has elapsed. 25. Ram fuel tank volumes are as trailer towing. When the fuel gauge pointer is on "E" (equivalent to...(98L) - 1500 short box models • 34 gallons (129L) - 2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons (132L) - 1500/2500/3500 long box models 28. Low Wash Light This light comes on when the washer fluid...
Owner's Manual
Page 215
... 4th gear, pull the lever down toward you may be used to a complete stop . STARTING AND OPERATING 215 Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in MPH (KPH) Engine Model Axle Mode 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 3.7L 1500 3.55 ACCEL 15 (24) 25 (40) 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 a loaded vehicle. Depress the clutch and pause briefly to allow the gear train to the clutch can result from a standing position...
... 4th gear, pull the lever down toward you may be used to a complete stop . STARTING AND OPERATING 215 Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in MPH (KPH) Engine Model Axle Mode 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 3.7L 1500 3.55 ACCEL 15 (24) 25 (40) 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 a loaded vehicle. Depress the clutch and pause briefly to allow the gear train to the clutch can result from a standing position...
Owner's Manual
Page 216
... 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 steep hills. FOUR-WHEEL- See the operating instructions for acceleration. DRIVE OPERATION - IF EQUIPPED • Four-Wheel-Drive Dodge Ram Trucks are equipped...
... 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 steep hills. FOUR-WHEEL- See the operating instructions for acceleration. DRIVE OPERATION - IF EQUIPPED • Four-Wheel-Drive Dodge Ram Trucks are equipped...
Owner's Manual
Page 352
At normal operating temperature the fluid cannot be checked when the engine is fully warmed up and the fluid in the NV-3500 transmission. Lubricant Selection NV-4500 (5-Speed Manual Transmission - If Equipped) This transmission does not require periodic changing. Operation of the ...is at least 15 miles (25 km) of driving. This fluid does not require periodic changing. 352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Lubricant Selection NV-3500 (5-Speed Manual Transmission - If Equipped) This transmission is filled with an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the transmission ...
At normal operating temperature the fluid cannot be checked when the engine is fully warmed up and the fluid in the NV-3500 transmission. Lubricant Selection NV-4500 (5-Speed Manual Transmission - If Equipped) This transmission does not require periodic changing. Operation of the ...is at least 15 miles (25 km) of driving. This fluid does not require periodic changing. 352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Lubricant Selection NV-3500 (5-Speed Manual Transmission - If Equipped) This transmission is filled with an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the transmission ...
Owner's Manual
Page 388
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 engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. X X X X 8 Inspect brake linings. E Change rear axle fluid. M 388 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 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. X X X X 8 Inspect brake linings. E Change rear axle fluid. 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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... case fluid level (4X4). Replace spark plugs. Inspect brake linings. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. SCHEDULE "B" 389 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change rear axle fluid.
... case fluid level (4X4). Replace spark plugs. Inspect brake linings. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. SCHEDULE "B" 389 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change rear axle fluid.
Owner's Manual
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A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only. Inspect brake linings. E Change rear axle fluid. X X X X 8 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). M 390 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. Inspect brake linings. E Change rear axle fluid. X X X X 8 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). 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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Change front axle fluid (4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Replace ignition cables. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. SCHEDULE "B" 391 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Replace spark plugs. Drain and refill automatic tranmission...
Change front axle fluid (4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Replace ignition cables. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Inspect brake linings. SCHEDULE "B" 391 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Replace spark plugs. Drain and refill automatic tranmission...
Owner's Manual
Page 392
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. Change front axle fluid (4X4). 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. X X X X X 8 E Inspect engine air cleaner filter. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required. (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L).
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. Change front axle fluid (4X4). 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. X X X X X 8 E Inspect engine air cleaner filter. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required. (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L).
Owner's Manual
Page 393
... fluid level (4X4). Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Change rear axle fluid. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. SCHEDULE "B" 393 M Miles (Kilometers) Change...
... fluid level (4X4). Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). Change rear axle fluid. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. SCHEDULE "B" 393 M Miles (Kilometers) Change...
Owner's Manual
Page 394
A Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modN C els only. Inspect brake linings. 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. X X 8 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. 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. X X 8 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.
Owner's Manual
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SCHEDULE "B" 395 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). 105,000 (168 000) X 108,000 (173 ...; Replace ignition cables. Change rear axle fluid. Replace spark plugs. Inspect brake linings. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4).
SCHEDULE "B" 395 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). 105,000 (168 000) X 108,000 (173 ...; Replace ignition cables. Change rear axle fluid. Replace spark plugs. Inspect brake linings. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4).
Owner's Manual
Page 398
Inspect brake linings. Replace spark plugs. M 398 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. 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) [...
Inspect brake linings. Replace spark plugs. M 398 SCHEDULE "A" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N [Months] A Change engine oil and engine oil filter. 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) [...
Owner's Manual
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...] 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 Replace spark plugs. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). SCHEDULE "A" 399 M Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Replace engine air cleaner filter. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500...
...] 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 Replace spark plugs. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). SCHEDULE "A" 399 M Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Replace engine air cleaner filter. Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500...
Owner's Manual
Page 400
... 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 maintain the emissions warranty. Inspect PCV Valve, replace as necessary * This maintenance is... recommended by the manufacture to the owner, but is not required if previously replaced. E Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 60 mos. Replace ignition cables. Inspect brake linings. Replace spark plugs. Inspection and service should...
... 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 maintain the emissions warranty. Inspect PCV Valve, replace as necessary * This maintenance is... recommended by the manufacture to the owner, but is not required if previously replaced. E Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 60 mos. Replace ignition cables. Inspect brake linings. Replace spark plugs. Inspection and service should...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 150
Ram fuel tank volumes are as trailer towing. Examine the gages carefully, and follow the instructions above for each indicated problem. Check Gages This light illuminates when the Voltmeter, Engine Oil Pressure or Engine Coolant Temperature gages indicate ... between "E" and 1/8 indication mark (approximately 15% of tank volume) on , stop the vehicle and run the engine at maximum load conditions in areas where there aren't many gas stations. If this light comes on the fuel gauge... severe usage such as follows: • 34 gallons - 2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons - 2500...
Ram fuel tank volumes are as trailer towing. Examine the gages carefully, and follow the instructions above for each indicated problem. Check Gages This light illuminates when the Voltmeter, Engine Oil Pressure or Engine Coolant Temperature gages indicate ... between "E" and 1/8 indication mark (approximately 15% of tank volume) on , stop the vehicle and run the engine at maximum load conditions in areas where there aren't many gas stations. If this light comes on the fuel gauge... severe usage such as follows: • 34 gallons - 2500/3500 short box models • 35 gallons - 2500...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 302
... to your vehicle: • Always park on or near a roadway, be raised. • Apply the parking brake firmly before jacking. • Never start the engine with the drive tubes extending to be extremely careful of the frame. Using the wheel wrench, loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by... on the straight part of motor traffic. 2. Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench. 302 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Instructions 1. 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 tire as...
... to your vehicle: • Always park on or near a roadway, be raised. • Apply the parking brake firmly before jacking. • Never start the engine with the drive tubes extending to be extremely careful of the frame. Using the wheel wrench, loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by... on the straight part of motor traffic. 2. Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench. 302 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Instructions 1. 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 tire as...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 379
gal. Metric 128L 132L 128L 132L 11.4L 12.0 qts. 3. 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. gal. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and housing. 7 gal. 26.5L 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 2. gal. Pull bulb straight from the connector.
gal. Metric 128L 132L 128L 132L 11.4L 12.0 qts. 3. 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. gal. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and housing. 7 gal. 26.5L 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 2. gal. Pull bulb straight from the connector.
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 388
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 front axle fluid (4X4). Replace fuel filter element. A Rotate tires. N C Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modE els only. Clean the water in fuel sensor. Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. 8 Inspect brake linings. M 388 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Change rear axle fluid.
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 front axle fluid (4X4). Replace fuel filter element. A Rotate tires. N C Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) modE els only. Clean the water in fuel sensor. Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. 8 Inspect brake linings. M 388 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Change rear axle fluid.
Owner Manual Diesel
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... X X X X 26,250 (42 000) 30,000 (48 000) X X X X X X X X X X X 33,750 (54 000) 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 Rotate tires. SCHEDULE "B" 389 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. Replace fuel filter element. Inspect drive belt, replace as required. Clean the water in fuel... (4X4). Inspect damper. Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. Inspect fan hub. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change rear axle fluid.
... X X X X 26,250 (42 000) 30,000 (48 000) X X X X X X X X X X X 33,750 (54 000) 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 Rotate tires. SCHEDULE "B" 389 M Miles (Kilometers) Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. Replace fuel filter element. Inspect drive belt, replace as required. Clean the water in fuel... (4X4). Inspect damper. Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. Inspect fan hub. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Change rear axle fluid.