Dodge RAM 1500 2018 Diesel Supplement Download

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REFUELING THE VEHICLE — 2500/3500 DIESEL
MODELS

1. Open the fuel filler door.

NOTE:

There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the

filler pipe seals the system.

2. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle

opens and holds the flapper door while refueling.

3. Fill the vehicle with fuel – when the fuel nozzle “clicks”

or shuts off the fuel tank is full.

4. Remove the fuel nozzle and close the fuel door.

Emergency Fuel Can Refueling

Most fuel cans will not open the flapper door.

A funnel is provided to open the flapper door to allow
emergency refueling with a fuel can.

Diesel Fuel And Diesel Exhaust Fluid Fill Location

1 — Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fill Location
2 — Diesel Fuel Fill Location

Diesel Fuel And DEF Fluid Filler Door

STARTING AND OPERATING

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Summary of Contents for RAM 1500 2018

Page 1: ...D I E S E L S U P P L E M E N T 2 0 1 8 R A M T R U C K...

Page 2: ...ptions are less sharp your reflexes are slower and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking Never drink and then drive This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and...

Page 3: ...RAM DIESEL SUPPLEMENT RAM 1500 3 RAM 2500 3500 4500 5500 87 INDEX 219...

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Page 7: ...TENTS SECTION PAGE 1 INTRODUCTION 7 2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 9 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 13 4 STARTING AND OPERATING 31 5 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 53 6 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 77...

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Page 9: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS A MESSAGE FROM FCA US LLC 8 1...

Page 10: ...wer and torque output such as whether or not performance enhancing powertrain components com monly referred to as downloaders power boxes or performance chips have been used Any chassis suspension or...

Page 11: ...GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM 10 How To Use Remote Start 10 2...

Page 12: ...heat the cylinder air and is normal in cold weather Refer to Instrument Cluster Display in Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel for further information on the Wait To Start amber telltale and the pr...

Page 13: ...O which is odorless and colorless Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled Keep Remote Keyless Entry key fobs away from chil dren Operation of the Remote Start S...

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Page 15: ...Life Reset 22 Fuel Filter Life Reset 23 Diesel Particulate Filter DPF Messages 24 Displays 26 Vehicle Information Customer Information Features 26 Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF Warning Messages 27 Diesel E...

Page 16: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Base Instrument Cluster 14 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 17: ...level of Diesel Exhaust Fluid in the DEF tank Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF is required to maintain normal vehicle operation and emissions compliance If something is wrong with the gauge a DEF Warning Mes...

Page 18: ...ed to the DEF system the gauge may not update to the new level See your authorized dealer for service The DEF gauge may also not immediately update after a refill if the temperature of the DEF fluid i...

Page 19: ...Premium Instrument Cluster 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17...

Page 20: ...under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph WARNING Driving with a hot engine cooling system could dam age your vehicle If the temperature gauge reads H pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the ve...

Page 21: ...way there s additional storage capacity in the tank above the Full mark that s not represented in the gauge You may not see any movement in the reading even after driving up to 2 000 miles in some ca...

Page 22: ...s system allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pushing the switches mounted on the steering wheel The instrument cluster display may consist of the following Digital Speedomet...

Page 23: ...urn Menu Off The system allows the driver to select information by pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel Up Arrow Button Push and release the up arrow button to scroll upward thr...

Page 24: ...luster display after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based which means the engine oil change interval...

Page 25: ...e Fuel Filter message when the fuel filter maintenance life is less than 5 To check the remaining fuel filter life go to the Fuel Filter Life screen in the Vehicle Info menu When this message appears...

Page 26: ...integrated into your vehicle and managed by the Powertrain Control Module PCM The PCM manages engine combustion to allow the exhaust system s catalyst to trap and burn Particulate Matter PM pollutants...

Page 27: ...ion Exhaust Service Required See Dealer Now This messages indicates regeneration has been disabled due to a system malfunction At this point the engine Powertrain Control Module PCM will register a fa...

Page 28: ...ired See Dealer Exhaust System Regeneration In Process Exhaust Filter XX Full Exhaust System Regeneration Completed Engine Will Not Restart in XXXX mi DEF Low Refill Soon Engine Will Not Restart in XX...

Page 29: ...e will be displayed in the cluster during vehicle start up with the current allowed mileage and accompanied by a single chime The remaining mileage can be pulled up anytime by way of the Messages list...

Page 30: ...XXmi Service DEF See dealer warning stage and message Incorrect DEF Detected See Dealer This message will display if the DEF system has detected the incorrect fluid has been introduced to the DEF tank...

Page 31: ...t start the engine we recommend you have your vehicle towed to your nearest authorized dealer immediately WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES Yellow Indicator Lights Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF Indicator Lig...

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Page 33: ...ds 38 NORMAL OPERATION 3 0L DIESEL ENGINE 38 Cold Weather Precautions 39 Engine Idling 41 Stopping The Engine 41 Cooling System Tips Automatic Transmission 42 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED 43 ENGINE...

Page 34: ...rs could be seriously or fatally injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the gear selector Continued WARNING Continued Do not leave the key fob in or near the v...

Page 35: ...will automatically disen gage when the engine is running Tip Start Feature Do not press the accelerator Cycle the ignition switch briefly to the START position and release it The starter motor will co...

Page 36: ...to stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting push the button again NOTE Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator ped...

Page 37: ...third time to return the ignition to the OFF mode AutoPark Rotary Shifter and 8 Speed Trans Only AutoPark is a supplemental feature to assist in placing the vehicle in PARK should the situations on th...

Page 38: ...d transmission Vehicle is not in PARK Vehicle speed is 1 2 MPH 1 9 km h or less Driver s seat belt is unbuckled Driver s door is ajar Brake Pedal is not depressed The MESSAGE AutoPark Engaged Shift to...

Page 39: ...n always apply the parking brake when exiting the vehicle Extreme Cold Weather The engine block heater is a resistance heater installed in the water jacket of the engine It requires a 110 115 Volt AC...

Page 40: ...arking brake brake pedal or the gear selector Continued WARNING Continued Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children and do not leave the ignition of a veh...

Page 41: ...ecial considerations The following charts sug gest these options Fuel Operating Range NOTE Use Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuels ONLY No 1 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel should only be used where extended a...

Page 42: ...below 20 F 6 C in sustained arctic conditions Mopar Premium Diesel Fuel Treatment or equivalent is recommended to avoid gelling see Fuel Operating Range Chart Engine Oil Usage Refer to Dealer Service...

Page 43: ...and varnish to form on piston rings cylinder head valves and injector nozzles Also the unburned fuel can enter the crankcase diluting the oil and causing rapid wear to the engine Stopping The Engine...

Page 44: ...driving stop the vehicle and shut down the engine as soon as possible A chime will sound when the light turns on NOTE Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is cor rected This light does not show...

Page 45: ...0 Volts AC and 6 5 Amps to activate the heater element ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS 3 0L DIESEL The diesel engine does not require a break in period due to its construction Normal operation is allo...

Page 46: ...iller cap A flapper door inside the filler pipe seals the system 2 Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refueling 3 Fill the vehicle with...

Page 47: ...A funnel is provided to open the flapper door to allow emergency refueling with a fuel can 1 Retrieve fuel funnel from the jack kit located under the front passenger seat Diesel Fuel And DEF Fluid Fil...

Page 48: ...e regulations and may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light to turn on A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle You could be burned Always place fuel c...

Page 49: ...h DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID Your vehicle is equipped with a Selective Catalytic Reduction system to meet the very stringent diesel emissions standards required by the Environmental Protection Agency The pu...

Page 50: ...f time after engine shutdown to purge the DEF system This is normal operation and may be audible from the rear of the vehicle Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF is considered a very...

Page 51: ...ge needle can stay on a fixed position and may not move for extended periods of time This is a normal function of the system There is an electric heater inside the DEF tank that automatically works wh...

Page 52: ...ued temperatures below the DEF freezing point how ever if the tank is overfilled and freezes the system could be damaged When DEF is spilled clean the area immediately with water and use an absorbent...

Page 53: ...DEF injection system to operate properly at temperatures below 12 F 11 C If your vehicle is not in operation for an extended period of time with tempera tures below 12 F 11 C the DEF in the tank may...

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Page 55: ...Level 3 0 Diesel Engine 60 Maintenance Free Batteries 60 DEALER SERVICE 3 0L DIESEL 61 Engine Oil 61 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 62 Draining Fuel Water Separator Filter 65 Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter...

Page 56: ...n the next 500 miles 805 km Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than yo...

Page 57: ...the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required Inspect brake pads shoes rotors drums hoses and...

Page 58: ...nspections Completely fill the Diesel Exhaust Fluid tank X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Inspect the CV Universal joints X X X X X Inspect front suspension tie rod ends and replace if necessary X X X X...

Page 59: ...om fuel filter assembly X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Replace fuel filter and drain water from the fuel filter assembly Fuel filter replacement intervals should be every second oil change and must not...

Page 60: ...vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident Additional Maintenance B6 To B20 Biodiesel NOTE Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 8 000 miles 12 875 km or six mon...

Page 61: ...3 0L Diesel Engine 1 Air Cleaner Filter 5 Battery 2 Engine Oil Dipstick 6 Power Distribution Center PDC 3 Engine Oil Fill 7 Washer Fluid Reservoir 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 Engine Coolant 5 SERVICING...

Page 62: ...low the MIN mark The total capacity from the MIN mark to the MAX mark is 1 qt 1 L CAUTION Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause oil aeration or loss of oil pressure This could damage yo...

Page 63: ...e available which include detailed service information for your ve hicle Refer to these Service Manuals before attempting any procedure yourself NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control sys t...

Page 64: ...Refer to Fluids And Lubricants in Technical Specifica tions for further information The engine oil filter should be changed at every engine oil change Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters Car...

Page 65: ...lter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service Mopar engine air cleaner filters are...

Page 66: ...filter 3 Remove the air cleaner filter element from the housing assembly Open Air Cleaner Filter Assembly 1 Air Cleaner Cover 2 Air Cleaner Filter Air Cleaner Filter 1 Air Cleaner Filter 2 Air Cleaner...

Page 67: ...ter housing is located above the rear axle next to the fuel tank The best access to this water drain valve is from under the vehicle CAUTION Do not drain the fuel water separator filter when the engin...

Page 68: ...on recycling programs and for where used fluids and filters can be properly disposed of in your area Drain the fuel water separator filter when the Water In Fuel Indicator Light is ON Within 10 minut...

Page 69: ...he water drain valve 5 Remove bottom cover using a strap wrench Rotate counterclockwise for removal Remove the used o ring and discard it 6 Remove the used filter cartridge from the housing and dispos...

Page 70: ...tely 30 sec onds at a time Allow two minutes between cranking intervals NOTE The engine may run rough until the air is forced from all the fuel lines WARNING Do not use alcohol or gasoline as a fuel b...

Page 71: ...terials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust system Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact anything that can burn Diesel Exhaust F...

Page 72: ...olant properly Failure to fill these systems properly could lead to severe internal engine damage If any coolant is needed to be added to the system please contact your local autho rized dealer If the...

Page 73: ...d maintenance period it is important that you use the same engine coolant OAT coolant conforming to MS 90032 throughout the life of your vehicle Please review these recommendations for using Organic A...

Page 74: ...xpansion bottle The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces WARNING Do not open hot engine cooling system Never add engine coolant...

Page 75: ...inimum of 50 OAT coolant conforming to MS 90032 and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of your engine which contains aluminum components Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overfl...

Page 76: ...inings wear However an unexpected drop in fluid level may be caused by a leak and a system check should be conducted Refer to Fluids And Lubricants in Technical Specifica tions for further information...

Page 77: ...catch fire Brake fluid can also damage painted and vinyl surfaces care should be taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate the brake fluid Brake...

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Page 79: ...TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CONTENTS FUEL REQUIREMENTS 78 Diesel Fuel Specifications 78 Biodiesel Fuel Requirements 79 FLUID CAPACITIES 82 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS 82 Engine 82 Chassis 85 6...

Page 80: ...as a fuel blending agent They can be unstable under certain conditions and hazardous or explosive when mixed with diesel fuel Diesel fuel is seldom completely free of water To prevent fuel system trou...

Page 81: ...esel blends that are between 6 and 20 B6 B20 is desired the maintenance schedule is subject to shorter intervals The oil and filter change along with fuel filter replacement is subject to shorter inte...

Page 82: ...es Fuel Quality Must Comply With ASTM Standards The quality of Biodiesel fuel may vary widely Only fuel produced by a BQ9000 supplier to the following specifica tions may be blended to meet Biodiesel...

Page 83: ...ilter change intervals When operating on biodiesel between 6 and 20 fuel filter replacement intervals should be every second oil change and must not exceed 16 000 miles 25 750 km NOTE Under no circums...

Page 84: ...Antifreeze 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula OAT Organic Additive Technology 11 6 Quarts 11 Liters FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS Engine Component Fluid Lubricant or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use...

Page 85: ...most year round service No 2 diesel fuel meeting ASTM specification D 975 Grade S15 will provide good performance We recommend you use a blend of up to 5 biodiesel meeting ASTM specification D 975 wit...

Page 86: ...into the cooling system in an emergency the cooling system will need to be drained flushed and refilled with fresh OAT coolant conforming to MS 90032 by an authorized dealer as soon as possible Conti...

Page 87: ...ar BW44 44 Transfer Case Fluid Front Axle 1500 Four Wheel Drive Models We recommend you use Mopar GL 5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W 85 Rear Axle We recommend you use Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant...

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Page 91: ...E 1 INTRODUCTION 91 2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 93 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 97 4 STARTING AND OPERATING 115 5 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 167 6 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 171 7 TECHNICAL SPE...

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Page 93: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS A MESSAGE FROM FCA US LLC 92 1...

Page 94: ...vere engine transmission and or exhaust system damage Your vehicle s Powertrain Control Systems can detect and store information about vehicle modifications that increase horsepower and torque output...

Page 95: ...EM IF EQUIPPED 94 How To Use Remote Start 94 Remote Start Abort Message 95 To Enter Remote Start Mode 95 To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle 96 To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive Th...

Page 96: ...operation in cold weather Refer to Wait To Start located in Warning Lights And Mes sages within Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel for more information Obstructions between the vehicle and the key...

Page 97: ...e stays active until the ignition is placed in the ON RUN position To Enter Remote Start Mode Push and release the Remote Start button on the key fob twice within five seconds The parking lights will...

Page 98: ...ON RUN position NOTE The ignition switch must be in the ON RUN position in order to drive the vehicle Remote Start Comfort Systems If Equipped When remote start is activated the heated steering wheel...

Page 99: ...04 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY 104 Oil Life Reset 106 Fuel Filter Life Reset 107 Diesel Particulate Filter DPF Messages 108 Instrument Cluster Display Messages 111 Cold Ambient Derate Mode Messages 111...

Page 100: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Base Instrument Cluster 98 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 101: ...level of Diesel Exhaust Fluid in the DEF tank Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF is required to maintain normal vehicle operation and emissions compliance If something is wrong with the gauge a DEF Warning Mes...

Page 102: ...d to the DEF system the gauge may not update to the new level See your authorized dealer for service The DEF gauge may also not immediately update after a refill if the temperature of the DEF fluid is...

Page 103: ...Premium Instrument Cluster 3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 101...

Page 104: ...under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph WARNING Driving with a hot engine cooling system could dam age your vehicle If the temperature gauge reads H pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the veh...

Page 105: ...way there s additional storage capacity in the tank above the Full mark that s not represented in the gauge You may not see any movement in the reading even after driving up to 2 000 miles in some ca...

Page 106: ...start until telltale is no longer displayed Refer to Starting The Engine in Starting And Operating for further information NOTE The Wait To Start telltale may not illuminate if the intake manifold tem...

Page 107: ...witches mounted on the steering wheel The instrument cluster display may consist of the following Digital Speedometer Vehicle Info Fuel Economy Info Trip A Trip B Stop Start Info If Equipped Trailer T...

Page 108: ...right arrow button to access select the information screens or sub menu screens of a main menu item Push and hold the right arrow button for two seconds to reset displayed selected features that can...

Page 109: ...Push and release the up arrow button to exit the instrument cluster display screen Vehicles Not Equipped With Passive Entry 1 Without pushing the brake pedal cycle the ignition to the ON RUN position...

Page 110: ...ay screen Vehicles Not Equipped With Passive Entry 1 Without pressing the brake pedal cycle the ignition to the ON RUN position do not start the engine 2 Push and release the down arrow button to scro...

Page 111: ...rument cluster display it is necessary to have the emissions mainte nance performed Emissions maintenance may include replacing the Closed Crankcase Ventilation CCV filter element The procedure for cl...

Page 112: ...our authorized dealer as damage to the exhaust system could occur soon with continued operation Exhaust Filter Full Power Reduced See Dealer This message indicates the PCM has derated the engine to li...

Page 113: ...Warmup Active Airbox Service Required See Dealer Cold Ambient Derate Mode Messages The vehicle will display messages when a derate engine power reduction is activated to protect the turbocharger duri...

Page 114: ...nuously display if the DEF Low Refill Soon message is ignored and the frequency of occur rence of the chime will increase unless up to 2 gallons 7 5 Liters of DEF is added to the tank 5 MPH Max Speed...

Page 115: ...ed This message will continuously display until the mileage counter reaches zero and will be accompanied by a periodic chime The message will continue to countdown until it reaches zero unless the veh...

Page 116: ...will display when the fault is initially detected each time the vehicle is started and periodically during driving The message will be accompanied by a single chime We recommend you drive to your nea...

Page 117: ...edure Engine Manifold Air Temperature Below 0 F 18 C 124 Starting Fluids 125 NORMAL OPERATION 6 7L DIESEL ENGINE 126 Cold Weather Precautions 127 Engine Idling 129 Stopping The Engine 131 Idle Shutdow...

Page 118: ...esired Speed 154 To Deactivate 154 To Resume Speed 154 To Vary The Speed Setting 154 To Accelerate For Passing 156 ENGINE RUNAWAY 156 REFUELING THE VEHICLE 2500 3500 DIESEL MODELS 157 REFUELING THE VE...

Page 119: ...to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the gear selector Continued WARNING Continued Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children and do not leave the ign...

Page 120: ...arting remove your foot from the brake pedal and push the button again NOTE Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal Under cold w...

Page 121: ...me out after 30 minutes of inactivity and the ignition return to the OFF mode ENGINE START STOP Button Functions With Driver s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal In PARK Or NEUTRAL Position The ENGINE START STO...

Page 122: ...h will decrease until it disappears when the Wait to Start time has elapsed CAUTION If the Water in Fuel Indicator Light remains on DO NOT START engine before you drain the water from Continued CAUTIO...

Page 123: ...d in the water jacket of the engine just above and behind the oil filter It requires a 110 115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded three wire extension cord NOTE The engine block heater cord is...

Page 124: ...old Air Temperature 0 F To 66 F 18 C to 19 C NOTE The temperature displayed in the instrument clus ter does not necessarily reflect the engine manifold air temperature Refer to Instrument Cluster Disp...

Page 125: ...le speed will automatically increase to 1 000 RPM and engage the Variable Geometry Turbocharger at low coolant temperatures to improve engine warm up Automatic equipped vehicles with optional Keyless...

Page 126: ...must be turned to the OFF position for at least five seconds and then to the ON position to recycle the manifold heaters NOTE Excessive white smoke and poor engine perfor mance will result if manifol...

Page 127: ...rocedure Engine Manifold Air Temperature Below 66 F 19 C Starting Fluids WARNING Starting fluids or flammable liquids must never be used in the Cummins diesel engine see Warning label Never pour diese...

Page 128: ...cle NORMAL OPERATION 6 7L DIESEL ENGINE Observe the following when the engine is operating All message center lights are off Malfunction Indicator Light MIL is off Engine oil pressure is above 10 psi...

Page 129: ...ecial considerations The following charts sug gest these options Fuel Operating Range NOTE Use Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuels ONLY No 1 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel should only be used where extended a...

Page 130: ...rvice in Servicing And Maintenance for the correct engine oil viscosity Winter Front Cover Usage A winter front or cold weather cover is to be used in ambient temperatures below 32 F 0 C especially du...

Page 131: ...eds for five minutes before full loads are applied NOTE If ambient temperatures are low and the coolant temperature is below 180 F 82 C the engine idle speed will slowly increase to 1 000 RPM after tw...

Page 132: ...0 RPM as the system will attempt to utilize the smallest increase in idle speed necessary to maintain normal system voltage The idle speed will return to normal when either the electrical load is remo...

Page 133: ...equipped with manual transmissions it is normal for the diesel engine to resonate heavily for a moment during engine shut off When the engine is connected to a manual transmission this resonance cause...

Page 134: ...T set the maximum vehicle speed to a value greater than what the vehicle tires are rated for Operating Precautions Avoid Overheating The Engine The temperature of the engine coolant antifreeze a mix t...

Page 135: ...are Idle 700 to 800 RPM 10 psi 69 kPa Full speed and load 30 psi 207 kPa CAUTION If oil pressure falls to less than normal readings shut the engine off immediately Failure to do so could result in imm...

Page 136: ...er Towing in Starting And Operating of the Owners Manual Because of the construction of the Cummins turbocharged diesel engine engine run in is enhanced by loaded oper ating conditions which allow the...

Page 137: ...cause the rear wheels to slide and the vehicle to swing around with the possible loss of vehicle control which may cause an accident possibly resulting in personal injury or death CAUTION Use of after...

Page 138: ...ke mode to off AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal the vehi...

Page 139: ...of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the trans mission gear selector Continued WARNING Continued...

Page 140: ...no PTO access cover The transmission gear position display located in the instru ment cluster indicates the transmission gear range The gear selector is mounted on the right side of the steering colu...

Page 141: ...le is in motion Apply the parking brake when exiting the vehicle in this range When parking on a level surface you may shift the transmission into PARK first and then apply the parking brake When park...

Page 142: ...ake shift the transmission into PARK turn the engine OFF and remove the key fob When the ignition is in the Continued WARNING Continued LOCK OFF key removal position or with Keyless Enter N Go when th...

Page 143: ...s the PARK position P With brake pedal released verify that the gear selector will not move out of PARK REVERSE R This range is for moving the vehicle backward Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicl...

Page 144: ...e exceeds normal operating limits the powertrain controller will modify the transmis sion shift schedule and expand the range of torque con verter clutch engagement This is done to prevent trans missi...

Page 145: ...transmission or third gear for AS69RC transmission regardless of which forward gear is selected If an AS69RC equipped truck enters Limp Home Mode at highway speeds it will initially engage fifth gear...

Page 146: ...the transmission will operate automatically shift ing between all available gears Tapping the ERS switch will activate ERS mode display the current gear in the instrument cluster and set that gear as...

Page 147: ...ve if the following conditions are present The gear selector is in the DRIVE position The transmission fluid has reached an adequate tem perature The engine coolant has reached an adequate tempera tur...

Page 148: ...can cause the rear wheels to slide and the vehicle to swing around with the possible loss of vehicle control which may cause an accident possibly result ing in personal injury or death Torque Convert...

Page 149: ...o gear may seem sluggish This is due to the fluid partially draining from the torque converter into the transmission This condition is normal and will not cause damage to the transmission The torque c...

Page 150: ...may be launched in second gear Use each gear in numerical order do not skip a gear NOTE When loaded pulling a trailer or on a grade the truck should always start in first gear and not skip gears Recom...

Page 151: ...ively Do not skip gears to avoid overspeeding the engine and clutch WARNING Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface The drive wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle...

Page 152: ...can be perceived as a high shift effort To shift out of REVERSE bring the vehicle to a complete stop and press the clutch Shifting out of REVERSE prior to a complete stop may cause high shift effort A...

Page 153: ...69RC operates at torque converter turbine speed The turbine speed will be less than engine speed when the torque converter clutch is not engaged and will be same as engine speed when the torque conver...

Page 154: ...onditions are met It is vital for proper operation that the PTO and remote have been installed correctly paying special attention to ensure the vehicle provided wiring has been connected properly This...

Page 155: ...wiring schematics preset idle values engine speed limits and vehicle hardware and software require ments please refer to the Body Builders Guide by access ing rambodybuilder com and choosing the appro...

Page 156: ...will operate at the selected speed NOTE The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed and on level ground before pushing the SET button To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal pushing the CANC...

Page 157: ...set you can decrease speed by pushing the SET button The driver s preferred units can be selected through the instrument panel settings if equipped Refer to Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel for...

Page 158: ...e winding icy snow covered or slippery ENGINE RUNAWAY Diesel engine runaway is a rare condition affecting diesel engines where the engine consumes its own lubrication oil and runs at higher and higher...

Page 159: ...vehicle with fuel when the fuel nozzle clicks or shuts off the fuel tank is full 4 Remove the fuel nozzle and close the fuel door Emergency Fuel Can Refueling Most fuel cans will not open the flapper...

Page 160: ...er pipe opening as the fuel nozzle NOTE Ensure funnel is inserted fully to hold flapper door open 3 Pour fuel into funnel opening 4 Remove funnel from filler pipe clean off prior to putting back in th...

Page 161: ...and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling REFUELING THE VEHICLE DIESEL CHASSIS CAB MODELS CAUTION To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling NO...

Page 162: ...tial Refer to Dealer Service in Servicing And Maintenance for fur ther information Bulk Fuel Storage Diesel Fuel If you store quantities of fuel good maintenance of the stored fuel is also essential F...

Page 163: ...DEF is spilled it should be wiped up completely Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid The DEF gauge located on the instrument cluster will display the level of DEF remaining in the tank Refer to Instrument Clus...

Page 164: ...ller neck NOTE The DEF gauge may take up to five seconds to update after adding a gallon or more of Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF to the DEF tank If you have a fault related to the DEF system the gauge may...

Page 165: ...mediately with water and use an absorbent material to soak up the spills on the ground Continued CAUTION Continued Do not attempt to start your engine if DEF is acci dentally added to the diesel fuel...

Page 166: ...g Note the level of the DEF gauge in your instrument cluster You may safely add a maximum of 2 gallons 7 5 Liters of DEF from portable containers when your DEF gauge is reading full DIESEL EXHAUST FLU...

Page 167: ...heated DEF lines DEF control module NOx sensors Temperature sensors SCR catalyst UQS Sensor Refer to Instrument Cluster Display in Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel for system messages and warnin...

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Page 169: ...IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CONTENTS JUMP STARTING 168 With Portable Starting Unit 170 5...

Page 170: ...omatic transmis sion in PARK or NEUTRAL for a manual transmission 2 Turn off lights heater and other electrical loads 3 Observe charge indicator if equipped in both batteries If the indicator if equip...

Page 171: ...e to the negative post of the discharge battery The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode During cold weather when temperatures are below freezing point electrolyte in a discha...

Page 172: ...ystem of booster vehicle or of immobilized vehicle With Portable Starting Unit There are many types of these units available Follow the manufacturer s instructions for necessary precautions and operat...

Page 173: ...ER SERVICE 6 7L DIESEL ENGINE 182 Engine Oil 182 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 185 Draining Fuel Water Separator Filter 188 Engine Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement 190 Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replace...

Page 174: ...vel hoses and clamps Inspect front end and lubricate If equipped with serviceable fittings Lube the front drive shaft fitting 4X4 models only Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a...

Page 175: ...assis Cab Only If Chassis Cab models and Pickup models configured with optional B20 capability are operated with greater than 5 levels of biodiesel the oil change interval must not exceed 12 500 miles...

Page 176: ...000 Change engine oil every 15 000 miles 24 000 km or six months or 500 Hours or sooner if prompted by the oil change indicator system whichever comes first X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Ad...

Page 177: ...000 204 000 216 000 228 000 240 000 Inspect the front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary X X X...

Page 178: ...192 000 204 000 216 000 228 000 240 000 Inspect the front and rear axle sur faces If gear oil leakage is suspected check the fluid level If using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or freque...

Page 179: ...000 180 000 192 000 204 000 216 000 228 000 240 000 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter s if using your vehicle for any of the following police fleet or frequent trailer towing 68RFE trans...

Page 180: ...nd repairs be performed by your local authorized dealer Under no circumstances should the air cleaner filter element exceed 30 000 miles 48 000 km or 24 months whichever comes first WARNING You can be...

Page 181: ...Reservoir 2 Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 Automatic Transmission Dipstick 9 Power Distribution Center 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 Engine Oil Dipstick 5 Battery 11 Engine...

Page 182: ...servoir 2 Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 Automatic Transmission Dipstick 9 Power Distribution Center 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 Engine Oil Dipstick 5 Battery 11 Engine Oil...

Page 183: ...n checking oil after operating the engine first ensure the engine is at full operating tempera ture then wait for 30 minutes after engine shutdown to check the oil Checking the oil while the vehicle i...

Page 184: ...lties being assessed against you WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Only do service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment If you have any do...

Page 185: ...can damage your engine Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Engine Oil Viscosity SAE Grade In ambient temperatures above 0 F 18 C we recommend you use SAE 15W 40 engine oil...

Page 186: ...gineered product and its performance may be impaired by supplemental additives Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and oil filters from yo...

Page 187: ...displayed periodically This is because engine air flow requirements change based on driving conditions As the filter becomes more restrictive and air flow requirements increase the SERVICE AIR FILTER...

Page 188: ...r occurs first Under no circum stances should the air cleaner filter element exceed 30 000 miles 48 000 km or 24 months whichever comes first CAUTION Many aftermarket performance air filter elements d...

Page 189: ...cleaner cover 2 Lift the air cleaner cover to access the air cleaner filter Air Cleaner Filter Cover 1 Clean Air Hose Clamp 2 Air Cleaner Filter Cover 3 Screws Open Air Cleaner Filter Assembly 1 Air...

Page 190: ...crews to secure the air cleaner cover to the housing assembly Draining Fuel Water Separator Filter There are two fuel filter assemblies One is located on the driver s side of the engine The best acces...

Page 191: ...luminated for approximately 10 seconds If the water was drained while the engine was running the Water In Fuel Indicator Light may remain on for approximately three minutes NOTE Care should be taken i...

Page 192: ...No Run NFNR feature Engine will not run if 1 No filter is installed 2 Inferior Non approved filter is used Use of OEM filter is required to ensure vehicle will run CAUTION Diesel fuel will damage bla...

Page 193: ...er cartridge from plastic bag and install into housing NOTE Do not remove cartridge from bag until you reach this step in order to keep cartridge clean 10 Push down on the cartridge to ensure it is pr...

Page 194: ...unterclockwise and completely drain fuel and water into the approved container 4 Close the water drain valve 5 Remove lid using a socket or strap wrench Rotate counterclockwise for removal Remove used...

Page 195: ...Do not engage the starter motor for more than 15 seconds at a time Allow two minutes between the cranking intervals NOTE The engine may run rough until the air is forced from all the fuel lines WARNIN...

Page 196: ...by the Cummins Powertrain Control Module PCM The PCM manages engine combustion to allow the exhaust system s catalyst to trap and burn Particulate Matter PM pollutants with no input or interaction on...

Page 197: ...he United States by calling 866 RAM INFO 866 726 4636 In Canada call 1 800 465 2001 English or 1 800 387 9983 French Maintenance Free Batteries The top of the maintenance free batteries are permanentl...

Page 198: ...ndenser if equipped or the back of the radiator core Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber cracking tears cuts and tightness of the connection at the coolant recovery bottle and rad...

Page 199: ...lycol based engine coolant anti freeze is not recommended Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant OAT coolant conforming to MS 90032 that allows extended maintenance...

Page 200: ...t are mixed in an emergency have a authorized dealer drain flush and refill with OAT coolant conforming to MS 90032 as soon as pos sible Cooling System Pressure Cap The cap must be fully tightened to...

Page 201: ...cle may be safely driven The vapor will soon dissipate Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant expansion bottle If engine coolant...

Page 202: ...ck The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked when performing under the hood service or immediately if the Brake System Warning Light indicates system failure The brake master cylinder h...

Page 203: ...ed causing partial or complete brake failure This could result in an accident Clutch Hydraulic System The clutch hydraulic system is a sealed maintenance free system In the event of leakage or other m...

Page 204: ...y fluid additives to the transmission The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluid leaks Avoid using transmission seal ers as they may adversely affect seals CAUTI...

Page 205: ...solid coating of oil on both sides of the dipstick Note that the holes in the dipstick will be full of fluid if the actual level is at or above the hole The fluid level should be between the HOT uppe...

Page 206: ...fully seated position as long as its seal remains engaged in the dipstick tube Fluid And Filter Changes Refer to the Maintenance Plan for the proper mainte nance intervals In addition change the fluid...

Page 207: ...ropriate service manual Air Cleaner Assembly Inspect air cleaner housing for proper assembly and fit Make certain that the air cleaner is properly positioned and that the cover is tight Check all hose...

Page 208: ...e as manufac tured by the manufacturer was designed built and equipped to conform at the time it left the manufacturer s control with all applicable U S EPA Noise Control Regu lations This warranty co...

Page 209: ...olumn mileage closest to the mileage at which service was performed MILES 7 500 15 000 22 500 30 000 37 500 45 000 52 500 60 000 KILOME TERS 12 000 24 000 36 000 48 000 60 000 72 000 84 000 96 000 Exh...

Page 210: ...ileage at which service was performed MILES 67 500 75 000 82 500 90 000 97 500 105 000 112 500 120 000 KILOME TERS 108 000 120 000 132 000 144 000 156 000 168 000 180 000 192 000 Exhaust system inspec...

Page 211: ...TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CONTENTS FUEL REQUIREMENTS 210 Fuel Specifications 210 Biodiesel Fuel Requirements 211 FLUID CAPACITIES 214 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS 215 Engine 215 Chassis 217 7...

Page 212: ...tain conditions and hazardous or explosive when mixed with diesel fuel Diesel fuel is seldom completely free of water To prevent fuel system trouble drain the accumulated water from the fuel water sep...

Page 213: ...used where extended arctic conditions 10 F or 23 C exist Biodiesel Fuel Requirements Chassis Cab Models A maximum blend of 5 biodiesel meeting ASTM specifi cation D975 may be used with your Cummins di...

Page 214: ...st Use Fuel Within Six Months Of Manufacture Biodiesel fuel has poor oxidation stability which can result in long term storage problems Fuel produced to approved ASTM standards if stored properly prov...

Page 215: ...e CAUTION Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 15 000 miles 24 000 km pickup or 12 500 miles 20 000 km chassis cab if operation occurs with greater than 5 biodiesel blends Oil cha...

Page 216: ...ly 52 Gallons 197 Liters Optional Midship Tank Chassis Cab Only 22 Gallons 83 Liters Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank Approximate 2500 3500 Models 5 5 Gallons 21 Liters Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank Approximate...

Page 217: ...these engine oils is typically located on the back of the oil container In ambient temperatures below 0 F 18 C we recommend you use 5W 40 synthetic engine oil such as Mopar Shell Rotella and Shell Ri...

Page 218: ...6 C in sustained arctic conditions Mopar Premium Diesel Fuel Treatment or equiva lent is recommended to avoid gelling This vehicle is fully compatible with biodiesel blends up to 5 biodiesel meeting...

Page 219: ...fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission Transfer Case We recommend you use Mopar BW44 44 Transfer Case Fluid Front and Rear Axle Fluid 2500 3500 We recommend you use SAE 75W...

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Page 221: ...INDEX...

Page 222: ...arge Air Cooler 73 Coolant Pressure Cap Radiator Cap 72 Cooling System 69 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 71 Coolant Capacity 82 Coolant Level 70 Disposal Of Used Coolant 72 Drain Flush And Refill 70 Points...

Page 223: ...78 Adding 44 Diesel 78 82 Filter 65 Requirements 78 Specifications 78 Tank Capacity 82 Fueling 44 Gauges Voltmeter 38 Instrument Cluster 14 Intervention Regeneration Strategy 24 Keyless Enter N Go 33...

Page 224: ...ntifreeze 82 Starting 32 Automatic Transmission 33 Engine Block Heater 37 43 Remote 10 Starting And Operating 33 Starting Procedures 32 Starting Procedures Diesel Engines 32 Tip Start 33 Transfer Case...

Page 225: ...ifreeze Engine Coolant 214 Capacities Fluid 214 Caps Filler Oil Engine 179 183 Radiator Coolant Pressure 198 Charge Air Cooler 200 Coolant Pressure Cap Radiator Cap 198 Cooling System 196 Adding Coola...

Page 226: ...il Filler Cap 179 183 Oil Filter 184 Oil Synthetic 184 Runaway 156 Exhaust Brake 134 Exhaust System 205 Filters Engine Fuel 188 Engine Oil 184 215 Engine Oil Disposal 184 Fluid Capacities 214 Fluid Le...

Page 227: ...215 Filter Disposal 184 Identification Logo 183 Materials Added To 184 Recommendation 182 Synthetic 184 Viscosity 183 Overdrive 145 Overdrive OFF Switch 145 Perform Service Indicator Reset 173 Power...

Page 228: ...edures 117 Starting Procedures Diesel Engines 117 Synthetic Engine Oil 184 Tip Start 117 Torque Converter Clutch 146 Transfer Case Fluid 217 Transmission Automatic 138 Fluid 217 Manual 117 147 Shiftin...

Page 229: ...nection This connection should not be fused Antennas for two way radios should be mounted on the roof or the rear area of the vehicle Care should be used in mounting antennas with magnet bases Magnets...

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