Owner's Manual
Page 340
NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GAWR's) for the front and rear axles must not exceed the load carrying capacity of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the weight referenced here. To...passengers that will not exceed the tire's load carrying capacity if you adhere to the "Vehicle Loading" section of this manual. Steps for the front, rear and spare tires. You will be exceeded. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds. The combined weight...
NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GAWR's) for the front and rear axles must not exceed the load carrying capacity of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the weight referenced here. To...passengers that will not exceed the tire's load carrying capacity if you adhere to the "Vehicle Loading" section of this manual. Steps for the front, rear and spare tires. You will be exceeded. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds. The combined weight...
Owner's Manual
Page 348
... tires are for temporary emergency use on your vehicle, but it is identified by a limited use spare tire warning label located on the front or rear axle of your vehicle. This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the limited use spare tire and wheel assembly. 348 STARTING AND OPERATING...
... tires are for temporary emergency use on your vehicle, but it is identified by a limited use spare tire warning label located on the front or rear axle of your vehicle. This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the limited use spare tire and wheel assembly. 348 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Owner's Manual
Page 354
... tires. These effects can be poorer than that of tires. While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and traction capability on the front and rear axles of this manual. Some states prohibit studded tires; The benefits of the same size and type construction as those on On/Off Road type tires...
... tires. These effects can be poorer than that of tires. While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and traction capability on the front and rear axles of this manual. Some states prohibit studded tires; The benefits of the same size and type construction as those on On/Off Road type tires...
Owner's Manual
Page 367
... of front and rear axle systems (GAWR). The label also specifies maximum capacities of manufacture, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front and rear, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Each axle GAWR is included on the front and rear axles. The load must... be distributed in the system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, springs, tires or wheels)....
... of front and rear axle systems (GAWR). The label also specifies maximum capacities of manufacture, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front and rear, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Each axle GAWR is included on the front and rear axles. The load must... be distributed in the system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, springs, tires or wheels)....
Owner's Manual
Page 368
...Size This is the rim size that the GAWR of either the front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is within the specified GVWR. Inflation Pressure...or cargo are added. Curb Weight The curb weight of a vehicle is properly distributed over front and rear axle. The entire vehicle should then be determined separately to insure that the GVWR has not been exceeded. ... specified weight limitations are determined by weighing it when it is appropriate for operation. The front and rear curb weight values are met. 368 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Size The tire size on the Label...
...Size This is the rim size that the GAWR of either the front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is within the specified GVWR. Inflation Pressure...or cargo are added. Curb Weight The curb weight of a vehicle is properly distributed over front and rear axle. The entire vehicle should then be determined separately to insure that the GVWR has not been exceeded. ... specified weight limitations are determined by weighing it when it is appropriate for operation. The front and rear curb weight values are met. 368 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Size The tire size on the Label...
Owner's Manual
Page 369
... the way your vehicle. This could cause you do, parts on the way your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWR. Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle handles. NOTE: The weights shown in the following chart. An EXAMPLE of load added... of a loaded vehicle is shown in this chart are exceeded. Overloading can be computed after the vehicle has been weighed both the front and rear axles can cause potential safety hazards and shorten service life. If you to both in its curb weight condition, and in its loaded and ready for...
... the way your vehicle. This could cause you do, parts on the way your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWR. Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle handles. NOTE: The weights shown in the following chart. An EXAMPLE of load added... of a loaded vehicle is shown in this chart are exceeded. Overloading can be computed after the vehicle has been weighed both the front and rear axles can cause potential safety hazards and shorten service life. If you to both in its curb weight condition, and in its loaded and ready for...
Owner's Manual
Page 371
... of the front of hitches are the most cases it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some other connecting point of the front and rear axles. You could lose control of the load on your vehicle. 5 and medium-sized trailers. You must consider this as if it should not be installed... between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that can result if either front or rear GAWR. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly. It is the maximum capacity of the truck. Tongue Weight (TW) The downward force exerted on the market today ...
... of the front of hitches are the most cases it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some other connecting point of the front and rear axles. You could lose control of the load on your vehicle. 5 and medium-sized trailers. You must consider this as if it should not be installed... between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that can result if either front or rear GAWR. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly. It is the maximum capacity of the truck. Tongue Weight (TW) The downward force exerted on the market today ...
Owner's Manual
Page 372
... spring bars to the trailer frame. Fifth-Wheel Hitch A special high platform with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of trailers weighing over the rear axle in the bed of a pickup truck. Trailer Hitch Classification The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up brackets that contains the necessary information for package content. The coupling...
... spring bars to the trailer frame. Fifth-Wheel Hitch A special high platform with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of trailers weighing over the rear axle in the bed of a pickup truck. Trailer Hitch Classification The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up brackets that contains the necessary information for package content. The coupling...
Owner's Manual
Page 374
NOTE: Remember that everything put in the Tire Safety Information Section of this manual. Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • The tongue weight of the trailer. • The weight of any other type of the driver and all passengers. 374 STARTING ...
NOTE: Remember that everything put in the Tire Safety Information Section of this manual. Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • The tongue weight of the trailer. • The weight of any other type of the driver and all passengers. 374 STARTING ...
Owner's Manual
Page 424
...2500/3500 (4X4) Models ...443 ▫ Body Lubrication ...443 ▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...444 ▫ Windshield Washers ...444 ▫ Exhaust System ...445 ▫ Cooling System ...446 ▫ Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ...449 ▫ Brake System ...450 ▫ Clutch Hydraulic System ...451 ▫ Clutch Linkage ...452 ▫ Rear Axle... And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level ...452 ▫ Transfer Case ...453 ▫ Manual Transmission ...453 ▫ Automatic ...
...2500/3500 (4X4) Models ...443 ▫ Body Lubrication ...443 ▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...444 ▫ Windshield Washers ...444 ▫ Exhaust System ...445 ▫ Cooling System ...446 ▫ Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ...449 ▫ Brake System ...450 ▫ Clutch Hydraulic System ...451 ▫ Clutch Linkage ...452 ▫ Rear Axle... And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level ...452 ▫ Transfer Case ...453 ▫ Manual Transmission ...453 ▫ Automatic ...
Owner's Manual
Page 452
...16 mm) below the fill hole on the 9.25" Front and 3/4"± 1/4" (19 mm ± 6.4 mm) on 9 1/4" Manufacturer's Rear Axles. Drain and Refill Vehicles operated in normal service do not have regularly scheduled oil changes. NOTE: The presence of water in the gear lubricant will... level should be 1/4" ± 1/4" (6.4 mm ± 6.4 mm) below on 10.5" Rear axles. Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. For all 2500/3500 Model axles, the fluid level should be even with the bottom of the fill hole for the...
...16 mm) below the fill hole on the 9.25" Front and 3/4"± 1/4" (19 mm ± 6.4 mm) on 9 1/4" Manufacturer's Rear Axles. Drain and Refill Vehicles operated in normal service do not have regularly scheduled oil changes. NOTE: The presence of water in the gear lubricant will... level should be 1/4" ± 1/4" (6.4 mm ± 6.4 mm) below on 10.5" Rear axles. Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. For all 2500/3500 Model axles, the fluid level should be even with the bottom of the fill hole for the...
Owner's Manual
Page 486
...Manual Transmission Fluid (G-56) Clutch Linkage 1500 Model Front Axle (4X4) 1500 Model Rear Axle 2500/3500 Model Front and Rear Axle Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Limited-Slip 10.5/11.5 inch Rear Axles DO NOT REQUIRE a limited slip additive. Synthetic, GL... brake fluids. Mopar DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. Limited-Slip Rear Axles on 1500 Models Require the addition of 118 ml (4 oz.) Mopar limited slip additive or equivalent. Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission...
...Manual Transmission Fluid (G-56) Clutch Linkage 1500 Model Front Axle (4X4) 1500 Model Rear Axle 2500/3500 Model Front and Rear Axle Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts. Limited-Slip 10.5/11.5 inch Rear Axles DO NOT REQUIRE a limited slip additive. Synthetic, GL... brake fluids. Mopar DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. Limited-Slip Rear Axles on 1500 Models Require the addition of 118 ml (4 oz.) Mopar limited slip additive or equivalent. Mopar ATF+4, Automatic Transmission...
Owner's Manual
Page 492
Change rear axle fluid. X X X X Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect brake linings. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Change front axle fluid (4X4). S C H E D U L E S 3,000 (5 000) X X 6,000 (10 000) X X X X X 9,000 (15 000) X X 12,000 (20 000) X X X X X 15,000 (25 000) X X 8 Rotate tires. N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500...
Change rear axle fluid. X X X X Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect brake linings. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Change front axle fluid (4X4). S C H E D U L E S 3,000 (5 000) X X 6,000 (10 000) X X X X X 9,000 (15 000) X X 12,000 (20 000) X X X X X 15,000 (25 000) X X 8 Rotate tires. N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500...
Owner's Manual
Page 493
... filter, replace if necessary. Rotate tires. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Change rear axle fluid. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. ** 18,000 (30 000) X X X X X 21,000 (35 000) X X 24,000 (40 000) X X X X X 27,000 (45 000) X X 30,000 (50 000) 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 Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect brake linings...
... filter, replace if necessary. Rotate tires. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Change rear axle fluid. Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary. ** 18,000 (30 000) X X X X X 21,000 (35 000) X X 24,000 (40 000) X X X X X 27,000 (45 000) X X 30,000 (50 000) 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 Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect brake linings...
Owner's Manual
Page 494
... air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. S C H E D U L E S 33,000 (55 000) X X 36,000 (60 000) X X X X X 39,000 (65 000) X X 42,000 (70 000) X X X X X 45,000 (75 000) X X 8 Rotate tires. Change rear axle fluid. Inspect brake linings. Check spare tire for...
... air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. S C H E D U L E S 33,000 (55 000) X X 36,000 (60 000) X X X X X 39,000 (65 000) X X 42,000 (70 000) X X X X X 45,000 (75 000) X X 8 Rotate tires. Change rear axle fluid. Inspect brake linings. Check spare tire for...
Owner's Manual
Page 495
Rotate tires. Flush and replace engine coolant at interval shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Change rear axle fluid. Change 6-spd manual transmission fluid 2500/3500 models only. 48,000 (80 000) X X X X X 51,000 (85 000) X X 54,000 (90 000) X X X X X 57,000 (95...
Rotate tires. Flush and replace engine coolant at interval shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). Change rear axle fluid. Change 6-spd manual transmission fluid 2500/3500 models only. 48,000 (80 000) X X X X X 51,000 (85 000) X X 54,000 (90 000) X X X X X 57,000 (95...
Owner's Manual
Page 497
... (4X4) models only. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Rotate tires. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect brake linings. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required. (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). ...) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Change rear axle fluid.
... (4X4) models only. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Rotate tires. Change front axle fluid (4X4). Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. Inspect brake linings. Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required. (3.7L/4.7L/5.7L). ...) Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Change rear axle fluid.
Owner's Manual
Page 498
.... N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. M 498 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval shown or A 3 months, whichever comes first. Change rear axle fluid. E Rotate tires. Check transfer case...
.... N C Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4). Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4) models only. Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. M 498 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval shown or A 3 months, whichever comes first. Change rear axle fluid. E Rotate tires. Check transfer case...
Owner's Manual
Page 500
... inA terval shown or 3 months, whichever comes N first. Change 6-spd manual transmission fluid 2500/3500 models only. Rotate tires. Change rear axle fluid. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Change front axle fluid (4X4). C E Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/ S C H E D U L E S 105,000 (175 000) X X 108,000 (180 000) X X X X X 111,000 114,000...
... inA terval shown or 3 months, whichever comes N first. Change 6-spd manual transmission fluid 2500/3500 models only. Rotate tires. Change rear axle fluid. Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. Change front axle fluid (4X4). C E Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/ S C H E D U L E S 105,000 (175 000) X X 108,000 (180 000) X X X X X 111,000 114,000...
Owner's Manual
Page 528
... Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch ...50,86 Passing Light ...166 Pedals, Adjustable ...170 Phone, Cellular ...121 Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™) ...121 Pickup Box ...207 Placard, Tire and Loading Information ...339 Positive Crankcase Valve ...439 Power Distribution Center ...466 Door Locks ...18 Mirrors ...118 Outlet (Auxiliary ... ...446,449 Radio Operation ...228,236,250 Radio Remote Controls ...270 Radio, Satellite ...265,266 Radio (Sound Systems) ...228,236,250 Rear Axle (Differential) ...452 Rear Seat, Folding ...153,155 Rear Wheel Bearings ...457 Reclining Front Seats ...146,147 Reclining...
... Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch ...50,86 Passing Light ...166 Pedals, Adjustable ...170 Phone, Cellular ...121 Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™) ...121 Pickup Box ...207 Placard, Tire and Loading Information ...339 Positive Crankcase Valve ...439 Power Distribution Center ...466 Door Locks ...18 Mirrors ...118 Outlet (Auxiliary ... ...446,449 Radio Operation ...228,236,250 Radio Remote Controls ...270 Radio, Satellite ...265,266 Radio (Sound Systems) ...228,236,250 Rear Axle (Differential) ...452 Rear Seat, Folding ...153,155 Rear Wheel Bearings ...457 Reclining Front Seats ...146,147 Reclining...