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STARTING AND OPERATING

CONTENTS

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STARTING PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121

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Manual Transmission — If Equipped . . . . . . . .121

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Automatic Transmission — If Equipped . . . . . .121

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Keyless Enter-N-Go — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . .122

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Extreme Cold Weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125

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Normal Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold
Air Temperature Above 66° F (19° C) . . . . . . . . .126

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Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air
Temperature 0°F To 66°F (–18°C to 19°C) . . . . . .126

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Starting Procedure — Engine Manifold Air
Temperature Below 0°F (-18°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . .128

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Starting Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129

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NORMAL OPERATION — DIESEL ENGINE . . . . .130

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Cold Weather Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131

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Engine Idling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133

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Stopping The Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134

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Idle Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

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Programmable Maximum Vehicle Speed
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Operating Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136

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Cooling System Tips — Automatic Transmission . .136

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ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . . .137

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Block Heater Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138

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DIESEL EXHAUST BRAKE (ENGINE BRAKING) .138

Summary of Contents for RAM 2017

Page 1: ...O W N E R S M A N U A L 2 0 1 7 D I E S E L S U P P L E M E N T R A M T R U C K ...

Page 2: ...eptions 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 equipment that are either standard or op tional on this vehicle This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle P...

Page 3: ...RAM DIESEL SUPPLEMENT RAM 1500 3 RAM 2500 3500 4500 5500 85 INDEX 217 ...

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Page 7: ...TS SECTION PAGE 1 INTRODUCTION 7 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 13 4 STARTING AND OPERATING 31 5 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 53 6 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 77 1 2 3 4 5 6 ...

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

Page 10: ...ower 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 tire size modifications to the vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive Cruise Control and Forward Collision Warning System This information cannot be erased and will stay in the system s ...

Page 11: ...THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM 10 How To Use Remote Start 10 䡵 ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS 11 2 ...

Page 12: ...the cylinder air and is normal in cold weather Refer to Instrument Cluster Display in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information on the Wait To Start amber telltale and the pre heat cycle How To Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start Gear selector in PARK Doors closed Hood closed HAZARD switch off BRAKE switch inactive brak...

Page 13: ...ropriate transmission gear to prevent engine lugging Observe vehicle oil pressure and temperature indicators Check the coolant and oil levels frequently Vary throttle position at highway speeds when carrying or towing significant weight NOTE Light duty operation such as light trailer towing or no load operation will extend the time before the engine is at full efficiency Reduced fuel economy and p...

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Page 15: ... Telltale Indicator Lights 19 䡵 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY 21 Oil Life Reset 23 Fuel Filter Life Reset 24 Diesel Particulate Filter DPF Messages 25 Displays 26 Vehicle Information Customer Information Features 27 Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF Warning Messages 28 Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF Fault Warning Messages 29 3 ...

Page 16: ... x 1000 2 Instrument Cluster Display When the appropriate conditions exist this display shows the Instrument Cluster Display messages Refer to Instrument Cluster Display in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information Instrument Cluster 14 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 17: ...s could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant You may want to call an authorized dealer for Continued WARNING Continued service if your vehicle overheats If you decide to look under the hood yourself see Maintaining Your Ve hicle Follow the warnings under the Cooling Sys tem Pressure Cap paragraph CAUTION Driving with a hot engine cooling system could dam age your vehicle If the temperature ...

Page 18: ... period of run time Under very cold conditions it is possible that the gauge may not reflect the new fill level for several drives Outside temperature can affect DEF consumption In cold conditions 12 F 11 C and below the DEF gauge needle can stay on a fixed position and may not move for extended periods of time This is a normal function of the system Instrument Cluster 16 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRU...

Page 19: ...Cooling Sys tem Pressure Cap paragraph CAUTION 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 vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range If the pointer remains on the H turn the engine off immediately and call an authorized dealer for service 3 Oil Press...

Page 20: ...presented in the gauge You may not see any movement in the reading even after driving up to 2 000 miles in some cases The 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 not update to the new level See your authorized dealer for service The DEF gauge may also not immedi...

Page 21: ...hapter in the event of a failure indica tion All active telltales will display first if applicable The system check menu may appear different based upon equipment options and current vehicle status Some tell tales are optional and may not appear Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights Wait To Start Light If Equipped Yellow Telltale Light What It Means Wait To Start Light The Wait To Start telltale will i...

Page 22: ...NOT start the vehicle before you drain the water from the fuel filters to prevent engine damage Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF Indicator Light If Equipped Yellow Telltale Light What It Means Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF Indicator Light The Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF Indicator will illuminate if the vehicle is low on Diesel Ex haust Fluid DEF Refer to Starting And Operating for further information ...

Page 23: ...ystem allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pushing the switches mounted on the steering wheel The Instrument Cluster Display may con sist of the following Digital Speedometer Vehicle Info Fuel Economy Info Trip A Instrument Cluster Display Base Instrument Cluster Display Premium 3 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 21 ...

Page 24: ... buttons mounted on the steering wheel UP Arrow Button Push and release the UP arrow button to scroll upward through the main menu and submenus Fuel Economy Trip A Trip B Audio Stored Messages Screen Set Up DOWN Arrow Button Push and release the DOWN arrow button to scroll downward through the main menu and submenus Fuel Economy Trip A Trip B Audio Stored Messages Screen Set Up Steering Wheel Butt...

Page 25: ...fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style NOTE Use the steering wheel instrument cluster display controls for the following procedure s Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry 1 Without pushing the brake pedal push the ENGINE START STOP button and place the ignition to the ON RUN position do not start the engine 2 Push and release the down arrow button to scroll downward through the main m...

Page 26: ...er NOTE Use the steering wheel button controls for the following procedure s Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry 1 Without pushing the brake pedal push the ENGINE START STOP button and cycle the ignition to the ON RUN position do not start the engine 2 Push and release the DOWN arrow button to scroll downward through the main menu to Vehicle Info 3 Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to acces...

Page 27: ...on on your part WARNING A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust sys tem Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact anything that can burn Your vehicle has the ability to alert you to additional maintenance required on your vehicle or engine Re...

Page 28: ...as been disabled due to a system malfunction At this point the engine Pow ertrain Control Module PCM will register a fault code the instrument panel will display a MIL light CAUTION See your 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 limit the likel...

Page 29: ... See Dealer Incorrect DEF Detected See Dealer Engine Will Not Restart in XXX mi Service DEF See Dealer Engine Will Not Restart Service DEF System See Dealer Vehicle Information Customer Information Features Vehicle Information Submenus Battery Voltage Displays the actual battery voltage Fuel Filter Life Displays the life of the fuel filter Oil Pressure Displays the actual oil pressure Oil Temperat...

Page 30: ...ll Not Restart in XXXX mi Refill DEF This message will display when DEF driving range is less than 200 miles It is also displayed at 150 miles and 100 miles DEF fluid top off is required with in the displayed mileage The message will be displayed in the Instrument Cluster Display during vehicle start up with an updated distance mileage and it will be accompanied by a single chime Starting at 100 m...

Page 31: ...y If not corrected in 30 miles vehicle will enter the Engine Will not restart in XXX mi Service DEF See dealer warning stage and message Engine Will Not Restart in XXX mi Service DEF See Dealer This message is first displayed if the fault detected is not serviced after 50 miles of operation It is also displayed at 150 miles 125 miles and 100 miles System service is required within the displayed mi...

Page 32: ... after the Engine will not restart Service DEF System See Dealer message is displayed on the next subsequent restart Your engine will not start unless your vehicle is serviced by your authorized dealer The message will be accompanied by a single chime Your Malfunction Indicator Light will be continuously illumi nated If the message appears and you can not start the engine we recommend you have you...

Page 33: ...ions 36 Engine Idling 38 Stopping The Engine 38 Cooling System Tips Automatic Transmission 39 䡵 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED 40 䡵 FUEL REQUIREMENTS 40 Fuel Specifications 41 Biodiesel Fuel Requirements 42 䡵 DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID 44 System Overview 44 䡵 ADDING FUEL 1500 DIESEL MODELS 45 Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel 47 Bulk Fuel Storage Diesel Fuel 48 Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage 48 Adding Diesel...

Page 34: ...r 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 vehicle or in a location accessible to children and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN mode A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Do ...

Page 35: ...rt the engine with the transmission gear selector in the PARK position Apply the brake before shifting to any driving range Tip Start Feature Do not press the accelerator Cycle the ignition switch briefly to the START position and release it The starter motor will continue to run but will automatically disen gage when the engine is running Keyless Enter N Go Ignition This feature allows the driver...

Page 36: ...rking brake 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 electrical outlet with a grounded three wire extension cord Its use is recommended for environments that routinely fall below 10 F 23 C It should be used when the vehicle has not been running overnight or longer periods and should be plugged in t...

Page 37: ... the vehicle or in a location accessible to children and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN mode A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle NORMAL OPERATION Observe the following when the diesel engine is operating All message center lights are off Malfunction Indicator Light MIL is off Engine Oil Pressure tellta...

Page 38: ...special 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 arctic conditions 0 F 18 C exist Fuel Operating Range Chart 36 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 39: ...r 1 ULSD fuel is not available and you are operating 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 Maintenance Procedures in Maintaining Your Vehicle for the correct engine oil viscosity Winter Front Usage A winter front or cold weather cover is to be used in a...

Page 40: ...res can drop so low that the fuel may not burn completely Incomplete combustion allows carbon 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 After full load operation idle the engine for a few minutes before shutting it down This idle period will a...

Page 41: ... Highway Driving Reduce your speed Up Steep Hills Select a lower transmission gear Air Conditioning Turn it off temporarily NOTE If the coolant temperature is too high the A C will automatically turn off Do Not Operate The Engine With Low Oil Pressure If the low oil pressure warning light turns on while driving stop the vehicle and shut down the engine as soon as possible A chime will sound when t...

Page 42: ...unning for long periods of time and should be plugged in two hours prior to start Its use is required for cold starts with temperatures under 20 F 28 C To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures use of an externally powered electric engine block heater available from your authorized dealer is recommended WARNING Remember to disconnect the cord before driving Dam age to the 110 115 Volt elec...

Page 43: ... not be required in your vehicle If available in your area a high cetane premium diesel fuel may offer improved cold starting and warm up performance CAUTION If the Water in Fuel Indicator Light remains on DO NOT START engine before you drain the water from the fuel filter s to avoid engine damage Refer to Maintenance Procedures Draining Fuel Water Sepa rator Filter in Maintaining Your Vehicle for...

Page 44: ...ou understand and comply with these requirements Refer to the Maintenance Chart in the Maintenance Schedules section for further direc tion CAUTION Failure to comply with Oil Change requirements for vehicles operating on biodiesel blends between 6 and 20 B6 B20 will result in premature engine wear Such wear is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Biodiesel is a fuel produced from renewa...

Page 45: ...f stored properly provides for protec tion against fuel oxidation for up to six months Fuel Water Separation Must Use MOPAR Approved Fuel Filter Elements Biodiesel fuel has a natural affinity to water and water accelerates microbial growth Your MOPAR filtration sys tem is designed to provide adequate fuel water separation capabilities Fuel In Oil Dilution Must Adhere To Required Oil Change Interva...

Page 46: ...to meet the very stringent diesel emissions standards required by the Environmental Protection Agency The purpose of the SCR system is to reduce levels of NOx oxides of nitrogen emitted from engines that are harmful to our health and the environment to a near zero level Small quantities of Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF is injected into the exhaust upstream of a catalyst where when vaporized it converts...

Page 47: ...he vehicle at a stop This is normal opera tion The DEF pump will run for a period of time after engine shutdown to purge the DEF system This is normal operation and may be audible from the rear of the vehicle ADDING FUEL 1500 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 fill...

Page 48: ...uel cans will not open the flapper door 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 2 Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel nozzle Diesel Fuel And DEF Fluid Filler Door Fuel Fill Funnel Location 1500 Models 46 STARTING AND OPERATING ...

Page 49: ...function 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 containers on the ground while filling CAUTION To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling do not top off the fuel tank after filling Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel Fuel that is contaminated by water or dirt can cause severe damage to the eng...

Page 50: ...ngine running Engine operation causes high fuel pressure High pressure fuel spray can cause serious injury or death Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF is considered a very stable product with a long shelf life If DEF is kept in tempera tures between 10 and 90 F 12 and 32 C it will last a minimum of one year DEF is subject to freezing at the lowest temperatures For example DEF ma...

Page 51: ... F 11 C and below the DEF gauge 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 when necessary And if the DEF supply does freeze the truck will operate normally until it thaws DEF Fill Procedure NOTE Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maint...

Page 52: ...is possible that the gauge may not reflect the new fill level for several drives CAUTION To avoid DEF spillage and possible damage to the DEF tank from overfilling do not top off the DEF tank after filling DO NOT OVERFILL DEF will freeze below 12ºF 11ºC The DEF system is designed to work in temperatures below the DEF freezing point how ever if the tank is overfilled and freezes the system could be...

Page 53: ...e into the DEF tank DEF splashes out the filler neck or a DEF pump nozzle automatically shuts off 4 Reinstall cap onto DEF tank Filling The Def Tank In Cold Climates Since DEF will begin to freeze at 12 F 11 C your vehicle is equipped with an automatic DEF heating system This allows the DEF injection system to operate properly at temperatures below 12 F 11 C If your vehicle is not in operation for...

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Page 55: ...ater Separator Filter 60 Underbody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement 61 Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel 62 Intervention Regeneration Strategy Message Process Flow 64 Maintenance Free Batteries 64 Cooling System 65 Charge Air Cooler Inter Cooler 69 Brake System 69 䡵 FLUID CAPACITIES 71 䡵 FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS 72 Engine 72 Chassis 75 5 ...

Page 56: ...TMENT 3 0L DIESEL 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 54 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 57: ... can damage your engine transmission power steering or air conditioning Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Continued CAUTION Continued Limited Warranty If a flush is needed because of component malfunction use only the specified fluid for the flushing procedure Engine Oil Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions the manufac...

Page 58: ...r than a previous check This would be due to diesel fuel that may temporarily be in the crankcase due to operation of the diesel particulate filter regeneration strategy This fuel will evaporate out under normal operation Never operate the engine with oil level below the MIN mark or above the upper MAX mark Change Engine Oil Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper main tenance intervals E...

Page 59: ...nd Oil Filters Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle Used oil and oil filters indiscriminately discarded can present a problem to the environment Contact your authorized dealer service sta tion or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area Engine Air Cleaner Filter WARNING The air in...

Page 60: ...service MOPAR engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recommended Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection and Replacement Inspect engine air cleaner filter for dirt and or debris if you find evidence of either dirt or debris you should change your air cleaner filter Engine Air Cleaner Filter Removal 1 Release the spring clips from the air cleaner cover 2 Lift the air cleaner cove...

Page 61: ... present before replacing the air filter element 1 Install the air cleaner filter element into the housing assembly with the air cleaner filter inspection surface facing downward Open Air Cleaner Filter Assembly 1 Air Cleaner Cover 2 Air Cleaner Filter Air Cleaner Filter 1 Air Cleaner Filter 2 Air Cleaner Filter Inspection Surface 5 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 59 ...

Page 62: ...n the filter into an appropriate container If water is detected in the water separator while the engine is running or while the ignition switch is in the ON position the Water In Fuel Indicator Light will illumi nate and an audible chime will be heard At this point you should stop the engine and drain the water from the filter housing 1 Water In Fuel Drain 2 Fuel Filter Access CAUTION If the Water...

Page 63: ...located on the bottom of the filter housing counterclockwise to drain fuel water then turn the ignition switch to the ON posi tion and allow any accumulated water to drain Leave the drain valve open until all water and contaminants have been removed When clean fuel is visible close the drain valve by turning it clockwise and turn the ignition switch to OFF If more than two ounces or 60 milliliters...

Page 64: ...tions 7 Wipe the sealing surfaces of the lid and housing clean 8 Install a new o ring into the ring groove on the filter housing and lubricate with clean engine oil NOTE WIF Water In Fuel sensor is re usable Service kit comes with new o ring for filter canister and WIF sensor Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel WARNING Do not open the high pressure fuel system with the engine running Engine ...

Page 65: ...WARNING Do not use alcohol or gasoline as a fuel blending agent They can be unstable under certain conditions and be hazardous or explosive when mixed with diesel fuel CAUTION Due to lack of lubricants in alcohol or gasoline the use of these fuels can cause damage to the fuel system NOTE Use of biodiesel mixture in excess of 20 can negatively impact the fuel filter s ability to separate water from...

Page 66: ...s might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust sys tem Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact anything that can burn Maintenance Free Batteries Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance free battery The top of the maintenance free battery is permanently sealed You will never have to add water nor is periodic maintenance required WARNI...

Page 67: ...rs cuts and tightness of the connection at the coolant recovery bottle and radiator Inspect the entire system for leaks With the engine at normal operating temperature but not running check the cooling system pressure cap for proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of engine coolant antifreeze from the radiator drain cock The radiator drain cock is located in the lower radiator tank If th...

Page 68: ...e glycol 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 intervals This engine coolant anti freeze can be used up to ten years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km before replacement To prevent reducing this extended maintenance period it is important that you u...

Page 69: ...and OAT coolant 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 prevent loss of engine coolant antifreeze and to ensure that the engine coolant antifreeze will return to the radiator from the coolant expansion bottle The cap should be inspected and c...

Page 70: ...se leaks the vehicle 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 antifreeze needs to be added the contents of the coolant expansion bottle must also be protected against freezing If frequent engine coolant antifreeze additions are required the coo...

Page 71: ... be checked when performing under the hood service or immediately if the Brake System Warning Light indicates system failure The brake master cylinder has a translucent plastic reser voir On the outboard side of the reservoir there is a MAX mark and a MIN mark The fluid level must be kept within these two marks Do not add fluid above the full mark because leakage may occur at the cap With disc bra...

Page 72: ...rolonged brak ing resulting in sudden brake failure This could result in a accident Continued WARNING Continued Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts causing the brake fluid to 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 co...

Page 73: ...Tank 8 Gallons 30 3 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 3 0L Liter Diesel Engine SAE 5W 40 Synthetic ACEA C3 10 5 Quarts 10 Liters Cooling System 3 0L Turbo Diesel Engine MOPAR Engine Coolant Antifreeze 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formula OAT Organic Additive Technology 11 6 Quarts 11 Liters 5 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 71 ...

Page 74: ...engine oil such as MOPAR or Shell Rotella that meets FCA Material Standard MS 10902 and the API CJ 4 engine oil category is required Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR Engine Oil Filters Fuel Filters We recommend you use MOPAR Fuel Filter Must meet 3 micron rating Using a fuel filter that does not meet the manufacturers filtration and water separating requirements can severely impact fue...

Page 75: ... to 5 biodiesel meeting ASTM specification D 975 with your diesel engine This vehicle is compatible with biodiesel blends greater than 5 but no greater than 20 biodiesel meeting ASTM specification D 7467 provided the shortened maintenance intervals are followed as directed Diesel Exhaust Fluid MOPAR Diesel Exhaust Fluid API Certified DEF or equivalent that has been API Certified to the ISO 22241 s...

Page 76: ... into the cool ing 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 autho rized dealer as soon as possible Continued CAUTION Continued Do not use water alone or alcohol based engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products as they may not be compatible with the ra...

Page 77: ...PAR 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 SAE 75W 140 MS 8985 Limited Slip Rear Axles require the addition of 5 oz 148 ml MOPAR Limited Slip Addi tive MS 10111 Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3 Brake Fluid SAE J1703 sho...

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Page 79: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CONTENTS 䡵 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 78 Maintenance Chart Diesel Fuel Up To B5 Biodiesel 79 Additional Maintenance B6 To B20 Biodiesel 82 6 ...

Page 80: ...soon as possible within 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 your authorized dealer the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under Instrument Cluster Display in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information ...

Page 81: ...r from fuel filter assembly Rotate the tires Rotate at 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 At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System Inspect brake pads shoes rotors drums hoses and park brake Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses Inspect ex...

Page 82: ...oints X X X X X Inspect front suspension tie rod ends and replace if necessary X X X X X X X Inspect the front and rear axle fluid If gear oil leak age is suspected check the fluid level If using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing change the axle fluid X X X X X Inspect the brake linings parking brake function X X X X X X X Inspect the transfer case fluid X X X ...

Page 83: ...ccessory drive belt s X Inspect the transfer case fluid change for any of the following police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing X X Change transfer case fluid X WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to...

Page 84: ...he use of biofuels Additional Maintenance Chart B6 to B20 Biodiesel Mileage or time passed whichever comes first 10 000 20 000 30 000 40 000 50 000 60 000 70 000 80 000 90 000 100 000 110 000 120 000 130 000 140 000 150 000 Or Years 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Or Kilometers 16 000 32 000 48 000 64 000 80 000 96 000 112 000 128 000 144 000 160 000 176 000 192 000 208 000 224 000 240 000 Add...

Page 85: ...and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent me chanic Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance This could cause an accident 6 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 83 ...

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Page 89: ... KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 101 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 119 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 169 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 173 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 209 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ...

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Page 91: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 A MESSAGE FROM FCA US LLC 90 1 ...

Page 92: ...evere 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 such as whether or not performance enhancing powertrain components com monly referred to as downloaders power boxes or perfor mance chips have been used This information cannot be erased and will sta...

Page 93: ...IPPED 92 How To Use Remote Start 92 Remote Start Abort Message 93 To Enter Remote Start Mode 93 To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle 93 To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle 93 Remote Start Comfort Systems If Equipped 94 䡵 ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS 94 2 ...

Page 94: ...t All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start Transmission in PARK Doors closed Hood closed HAZARD switch off BRAKE switch inactive brake pedal not pushed Ignition key removed from ignition switch Battery at an acceptable charge level PANIC button not pushed Fuel meets minimum requirement Water In Fuel Indicator Light is not illuminated Wait To Start Light is no...

Page 95: ...tion NOTE The park lamps will turn on and remain on during Remote Start mode For security power window and power sunroof opera tion if equipped are disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode The engine can be started two consecutive times two 15 minute cycles with the key fob However the igni tion switch must be cycled to the ON position before you can repeat the start sequence for a th...

Page 96: ... engine does not require a break in period due to its construction Normal operation is allowed providing the following recommendations are followed Warm up the engine before placing it under load Do not operate the engine at idle for prolonged periods Use the appropriate transmission gear to prevent engine lugging Observe vehicle oil pressure and temperature indicators Check the coolant and oil le...

Page 97: ...NDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL 96 To Activate 96 To Set A Desired Speed 97 To Deactivate 97 To Resume Speed 97 To Vary The Speed Setting 97 To Accelerate For Passing 99 3 ...

Page 98: ... ON OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed To Activate Push the on off button The cruise control set indicator light in the instrument cluster display will illuminate To turn the system off push the on off button a second time The cruise control set indicator light will turn off The system should be turned off when not in use WARNING Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on w...

Page 99: ...resume a previously set speed push the RES button and release Resume can be used at any speed above 25 mph 40 km h To Vary The Speed Setting To Increase Speed When the Electronic Speed Control is set you can increase speed by pushing the RES button The driver s preferred units can be selected through the instrument panel settings if equipped Refer to Under standing Your Instrument Panel for more i...

Page 100: ...r more information The speed decrement shown is dependant on the chosen speed unit of U S mph or Metric km h U S Speed mph Pushing the SET button once will result in a 1 mph decrease in set speed Each subsequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 mph If the button is continually pushed the set speed will continue to decrease until the button is released then the new set speed will be est...

Page 101: ... A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed Con trol WARNING Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions and you could lose control and have an accident Do not use Electronic Speed Co...

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Page 103: ...ghts 107 䡵 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY 109 Oil Life Reset 111 Fuel Filter Life Reset 112 Diesel Particulate Filter DPF Messages 113 Instrument Cluster Display Messages 115 Cold Ambient Derate Mode Messages 116 Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF Warning Messages 116 Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF Fault Warning Messages 117 RAM Active Air System 118 4 ...

Page 104: ...x 1000 2 Instrument Cluster Display When the appropriate conditions exist this display shows the Instrument Cluster Display messages Refer to Instrument Cluster Display in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information Instrument Cluster 102 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 105: ...s could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant You may want to call an authorized dealer for Continued WARNING Continued service if your vehicle overheats If you decide to look under the hood yourself see Maintaining Your Ve hicle Follow the warnings under the Cooling Sys tem Pressure Cap paragraph CAUTION Driving with a hot engine cooling system could dam age your vehicle If the temperature ...

Page 106: ...period of run time Under very cold conditions it is possible that the gauge may not reflect the new fill level for several drives Outside temperature can affect DEF consumption In cold conditions 12 F 11 C and below the DEF gauge needle can stay on a fixed position and may not move for extended periods of time This is a normal function of the system Instrument Cluster 104 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRU...

Page 107: ...ooling Sys tem Pressure Cap paragraph CAUTION 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 vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range If the pointer remains on the H turn the engine off immediately and call an authorized dealer for service 3 Oil Pressu...

Page 108: ...presented in the gauge You may not see any movement in the reading even after driving up to 2 000 miles in some cases The 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 not update to the new level See your authorized dealer for service The DEF gauge may also not immedi...

Page 109: ...hapter in the event of a failure indica tion All active telltales will display first if applicable The system check menu may appear different based upon equipment options and current vehicle status Some tell tales are optional and may not appear Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights Wait To Start Light If Equipped Yellow Telltale Light What It Means Wait To Start Light The Wait To Start telltale will i...

Page 110: ...NOT start the vehicle before you drain the water from the fuel filters to prevent engine damage Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF Indicator Light If Equipped Yellow Telltale Light What It Means Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF Indicator Light The Low Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF Indicator will illuminate if the vehicle is low on Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF Refer to Starting And Operating for further information 1...

Page 111: ...stem allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pushing the switches mounted on the steering wheel The Instrument Cluster Display may con sist of the following Digital Speedometer Vehicle Info Fuel Economy Info Trip A Instrument Cluster Display Base Instrument Cluster Display Premium 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 109 ...

Page 112: ... buttons mounted on the steering wheel UP Arrow Button Push and release the UP arrow button to scroll upward through the main menu and submenus Fuel Economy Trip A Trip B Audio Stored Messages Screen Set Up DOWN Arrow Button Push and release the DOWN arrow button to scroll downward through the main menu and submenus Fuel Economy Trip A Trip B Audio Stored Messages Screen Set Up Steering Wheel Butt...

Page 113: ...luctuate dependent upon your personal driving style NOTE Use the steering wheel instrument cluster display controls for the following procedure s Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry 1 Without pushing the brake pedal push the ENGINE START STOP button and place the ignition to the ON RUN position do not start the engine 2 Push and release the down arrow button to scroll downward through the main me...

Page 114: ...r NOTE Use the steering wheel button controls for the following procedure s Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry 1 Without pushing the brake pedal push the ENGINE START STOP button and cycle the ignition to the ON RUN position do not start the engine 2 Push and release the DOWN arrow button to scroll downward through the main menu to Vehicle Info 3 Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to access...

Page 115: ...to trap and burn Particulate Matter PM pollutants with no input or interaction on your part WARNING A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust sys tem Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact anything that can burn Your vehicle has the ability ...

Page 116: ...rocess Exhaust Filter XX Full Indicates that the Diesel Particulate Filter DPF is self cleaning Maintain your current driv ing condition until regeneration is completed Exhaust System Regeneration Completed This message indicates that the Diesel Particulate Filter DPF self cleaning is completed If this message is displayed you will hear one chime to assist in alerting you of this condition Exhaust...

Page 117: ...w Exhaust System Filter XX Full Service Required See Dealer Exhaust System Regeneration In Process Exhaust Filter XX Full Exhaust System Regeneration Completed Speed Limited to 5 MPH in XXX mi Refill DEF 5 MPH Max Speed on Restart Long Idle or Refuel Refill DEF 5 MPH Max Speed Refill DEF Service DEF System See Dealer 5 MPH Max Speed in XXX mi Service DEF System See Dealer 5 MPH Max Speed on Restar...

Page 118: ...ge of approximately 350 miles 560 km If the following warning message sequence is ignored your vehicle may be limited to a maximum speed of 5 MPH 8 km H unless DEF is added DEF Low Refill Soon This message will display when the low level is reached during vehicle start up and with increased frequency during vehicle operation It will be accompanied by a single chime Approximately 5 gallons 19 Liter...

Page 119: ...g detected When the DEF system needs to be serviced the following warnings will display Service DEF System See Dealer This message 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 nearest authorized dealer and have your vehicle serviced as soon as possi...

Page 120: ...H Your vehicle will require towing see your authorized dealer for service NOTE When this message is displayed the engine can still be started However the vehicle will only operate at a maximum speed of 5 MPH Incorrect DEF Detected See Dealer This message will display when the fault is initially detected each time the vehicle is started and periodically during driving The message will be accompanie...

Page 121: ...nifold Air Temperature 0 F To 66 F 18 C to 19 C 126 Starting Procedure Engine Manifold Air Temperature Below 0 F 18 C 128 Starting Fluids 129 䡵 NORMAL OPERATION DIESEL ENGINE 130 Cold Weather Precautions 131 Engine Idling 133 Stopping The Engine 134 Idle Shutdown 135 Programmable Maximum Vehicle Speed Chassis Cab Only 136 Operating Precautions 136 Cooling System Tips Automatic Transmission 136 䡵 E...

Page 122: ...WER TAKE OFF OPERATION IF EQUIPPED CHASSIS CAB ONLY 154 Stationary Mode 154 Mobile Mode 155 䡵 ENGINE RUNAWAY 156 䡵 FUEL REQUIREMENTS 157 Fuel Specifications 157 Bio Diesel Fuel Requirements 158 䡵 ADDING FUEL 2500 3500 DIESEL MODELS 160 䡵 ADDING FUEL CHASSIS CAB MODELS 162 Fuel Filler Cap 163 Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel 163 Bulk Fuel Storage Diesel Fuel 163 Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage 164 Adding...

Page 123: ... 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 ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter N Go in the ACC or ON RUN mode A child could operate power windows other controls or move the vehicle Manual Transmission If Equipped Apply the parking brake pla...

Page 124: ...o the engine starting 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 weather conditions the engine may not immediately crank if the Wait To Start telltale is illuminated This is normal operation For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter N Go the vehicle wi...

Page 125: ... will shut off The ignition will remain in the ACC position NOTE If the ignition is left in the ACC or RUN engine not running position and the transmission is in PARK the system will automatically time out after 30 minutes of inactivity and the ignition will switch to the OFF position ENGINE START STOP Button Functions With Driver s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal In PARK Or NEUTRAL Position The ENGINE S...

Page 126: ...ll remain on for a period of time that varies depending on the engine temperature 3 While the Wait to Start telltale is on the instrument cluster will additionally display a gauge or bar whose initial length represents the full Wait to Start time period Its length will decrease until it disappears when the Wait to Start time has elapsed CAUTION If the Water in Fuel Indicator Light remains on DO NO...

Page 127: ... then back ON Repeat steps 1 through 7 of Keyless Enter N Go Starting Procedure Engine Manifold Air Temperature Below 66 F 19 C Extreme Cold Weather The Cummins diesel engine is equipped with several features designed to assist cold weather starting and op eration The engine block heater is a resistance heater installed in the water jacket of the engine just above and behind the oil filter It requ...

Page 128: ...switch to the START position and crank the engine Do not press the accelerator during starting CAUTION Do not crank engine for more than 15 seconds at a time or starter motor damage may result Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and wait at least two minutes for the starter to cool before repeating start procedure 5 When the engine starts release the key fob 6 Check that the oil pressure ...

Page 129: ...osition Do not press the accelerator during starting CAUTION Do not crank engine for more than 15 seconds at a time or starter motor damage may result Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and wait at least two minutes for the starter to cool before repeating start procedure 4 After engine start up check that the oil pressure warn ing light has turned off 5 Allow the engine to idle about th...

Page 130: ...the heater elements or reduced battery voltage NOTE If multiple pre heat cycles are used before start ing additional engine run time may be required to maintain battery state of charge at a satisfactory level 1 If the engine stalls after the initial start the ignition must be turned to the OFF position for at least five seconds and then to the ON position to recycle the manifold heaters NOTE Exces...

Page 131: ...Procedure 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 diesel fuel flammable liquid start ing fluids ether into the air cleaner canister air intake piping or turbocharger inlet in an attempt to start the vehicle This could result in a flash fire and explosion...

Page 132: ...vehicle NORMAL OPERATION 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 69 kPa at idle Voltmeter operation The voltmeter may show a gauge fluctuation at various engine temperatures This cycling operation is caused by the post heat cycle of the intake manifold heater system...

Page 133: ...pecial 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 arctic conditions 0 F 18 C exist Fuel Operating Range Chart 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 131 ...

Page 134: ...Procedures in Maintaining Your Vehicle 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 during extended idle conditions This cover is equipped with four flaps for managing total grille opening in varying ambient temperatures If a winter front or cold weather cover is to be used the fla...

Page 135: ...Foot is off brake pedal and throttle pedal Automatic transmission is in PARK Vehicle speed is 0 mph 0 km h Applying the throttle will cancel fast idle Operating the exhaust brake at idle will greatly improve warm up rate and will help keep the engine close to operating temperature during extended idle Engine Idling Avoid prolonged idling long periods of idling may be harmful to your engine because...

Page 136: ...vide additional cab heat however excessive idling may still cause the exhaust aftertreatment system to not properly regenerate Extended periods of idle time should be avoided The Idle Up feature uses the speed control switches to increase engine idle speed and quickly warm the vehicle s interior 1 With the transmission in PARK the parking brake applied and the engine running push the speed control...

Page 137: ...hutdown Driving Condition Load Turbo charger Tempera ture Idle Time min Be fore Engine Shutdown Stop and Go Empty Cool Less than One Stop and Go Medium One Driving Condition Load Turbo charger Tempera ture Idle Time min Be fore Engine Shutdown Highway Speeds Medium Warm Two City Traffic Maximum GCWR Three Highway Speeds Maximum GCWR Four Uphill Grade Maximum GCWR Hot Five Idle Shutdown This featur...

Page 138: ...freeze temperature indi cated during operation will be to the left of center in the normal range of the gauge Avoid Low Coolant Temperature Operation Continual operation at low engine coolant antifreeze temperature below the normal range on the gauge 140 F 60 C can be harmful to the engine Low engine coolant antifreeze temperature can cause incomplete combustion which allows carbon and varnish to ...

Page 139: ...ower Unusual engine noises Fuel oil or coolant leaks Sudden change outside the normal operating range in the engine operating temperature Excessive smoke Oil pressure drop ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold weather Connect the heater cord to a ground fault interrupter protected 110 115 Volt AC electri cal outlet with a gr...

Page 140: ...raking is used for but not limited to vehicle towing applications where vehicle braking can be achieved by the internal engine power thereby sparing the mechanical brakes of the vehicle Benefits of the exhaust brake are Vehicle driving control Reduced brake fade Longer brake life Faster cab warm up The exhaust brake feature will only function when the driver toggles it on by pushing the exhaust br...

Page 141: ... as a warm up device the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 5 mph 8 km h the Exhaust Brake Indicator must be on and the coolant temperature must be below 180 F 82 C and ambient temperature below 60 F 16 C Automatic Smart Exhaust Brake Auto Automatic Exhaust Brake technology delivers smoother less aggressive exhaust braking characteristics during downhill descents Although it can apply ful...

Page 142: ...in the OFF mode the transmission is locked in PARK securing the vehicle against un wanted movement Continued WARNING Continued When leaving the vehicle always make sure the ignition is in the OFF mode remove the key fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle mo...

Page 143: ...ion The key fob can only be removed from the ignition when the ignition is in the LOCK OFF position and the transmission is locked in PARK whenever the ignition is in the LOCK OFF position Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System BTSI that holds the transmission gear selector in PARK unless the brakes are applied To shift t...

Page 144: ...s section for further information Pressing the ERS switches on the gear selector while in the DRIVE position will select the highest available transmission gear and will display that gear limit in the instrument cluster as 1 2 3 etc Some models will display both the selected gear limit and the actual current gear while in ERS mode Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTR...

Page 145: ...r NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re verse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in or ne...

Page 146: ...d result DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range as this can damage the drivetrain The following indicators should be used to ensure that you have engaged the transmission into the PARK position When shifting into PARK pull the gear selector toward you and move it all the way counterclockwise until it stops Release the gear selector and make sure it is ful...

Page 147: ...ristics under all normal operating conditions When frequent transmission shifting occurs such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions in hilly terrain traveling into strong head winds or while towing a heavy trailer use the Electronic Range Select ERS shift control refer to Electronic Range Select ERS Operation in this section for further information to select a lower gear ran...

Page 148: ...be inhibited briefly on cold starts below 41 F 5 C and during very cold temperatures 4 F 20 C or below operation may briefly be limited to third gear only During this condition the ability of the vehicle to accelerate under heavily loaded conditions may be reduced In all cases normal operation will resume once the transmission temperature has risen to a suitable level Transmission Limp Home Mode T...

Page 149: ...limit the highest available gear when the trans mission is in DRIVE For example if you set the transmis sion gear limit to 4 fourth gear the transmission will not shift above fourth gear but will shift through the lower gears normally You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any vehicle speed When the gear selector is in the DRIVE position the transmission will operate automatically shift ing ...

Page 150: ...The automatic transmission includes an electronically con trolled Overdrive fifth and sixth gears The transmission will automatically shift into Overdrive 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 ture The vehicle speed is sufficiently high The dri...

Page 151: ...n icy or slippery conditions The increased engine brak ing 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 Converter Clutch A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle A clutch within the torqu...

Page 152: ... into 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 converter will refill within five seconds after starting the engine MANUAL TRANSMISSION IF EQUIPPED WARNING You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended without having the par...

Page 153: ...result from starting in second or third gear with a loaded vehicle An unloaded vehicle 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 Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds To utilize your manual transmission efficiently for both fuel economy and performance...

Page 154: ...ot 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 could skid CAUTION When descending a hill be very careful to downshift one gear at a time to prevent overspeeding the engine which can cause valve damage and or clutch disc damage even if the clutch pedal is pr...

Page 155: ...across and into the REVERSE R area the driver will feel a firm click as the shifter passes the knock over Complete the shift by pulling the gear selector into REVERSE R The knock over prevents the driver from accidentally entering the REVERSE R shift area and warns the driver that they are about to shift the transmission into REVERSE R Due to this feature a slow shift to REVERSE R can be perceived...

Page 156: ...o operate the PTO in either a stationary or mobile mode The vehicles will be factory set to the stationary mode To select mobile mode You will need to enter the commercial vehicle menu on the instrument cluster display and select mobile PTO mode Details of the PTO selection modes and further PTO information is available at the Ram Truck Bodybuilders web site rambodybuilder com AS69RC Six Speed Aut...

Page 157: ...ed the TCC will remain applied and will not disengage until the engine speed falls below 1 000 RPM TCC engagement is desirable for certain types of PTO applications Automatic Transmission Only To operate the PTO via a remote switch the customer must make sure the above conditions are met It is vital for proper operation that the PTO and remote have been installed correctly paying special attention...

Page 158: ...s 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 appropriate links 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 RPM until it overspeeds to a point where it destroys itself ...

Page 159: ...ions 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 separator using the fuel water separator drain provided on both fuel filters If you buy good quality fuel and follow the cold weather advice above fuel condition ers should not be required in your vehicle If availa...

Page 160: ...ist Bio Diesel Fuel Requirements Chassis Cab Models A maximum blend of 5 biodiesel meeting ASTM specifi cation D975 may be used with your Cummins diesel engine If operation with biodiesel blends greater than 5 but not greater than 20 B6 B20 is desired the truck must first be reconfigured by an authorized Ram dealer and the provisions in the following section must be adhered to Pickup Models And Ch...

Page 161: ...rly provides for protec tion against fuel oxidation for up to six months Fuel Water Separation Must Use MOPAR Cummins Approved Fuel Filter Elements You must use MOPAR Cummins approved fuel filter elements in both your engine mounted filter and frame mounted filter Biodiesel fuel has a natural affinity to water and water accelerates microbial growth Your MOPAR Cummins fil tration system is designed...

Page 162: ...wear Such wear is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty B20 Biodiesel capable The engine may suffer severe damage if operated with concentrations of Biodiesel higher than 20 ADDING FUEL 2500 3500 DIESEL MODELS 1 Open the fuel filler door 1 Diesel Exhaust Fluid Fill Location 2 Diesel Fuel Fill Location NOTE There is no fuel filler cap A flapper door inside the filler pipe seals the system...

Page 163: ...lapper door to allow emergency refueling with a fuel can 1 Retrieve fuel funnel from the jack kit located under the front passenger seat 2 Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel nozzle Diesel Fuel And DEF Fluid Filler Door Fuel Fill Funnel Location 2500 3500 Models 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 161 ...

Page 164: ... filled Never add fuel when the engine is running This is in violation of most state and federal fire 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 containers on the ground while filling ADDING FUEL CHASSIS CAB MODELS CAUTION To avoid fuel spillage ...

Page 165: ...any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel filler cap is removed or the tank filled Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is running Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel Fuel that is contaminated by water or dirt can cause severe damage to the engine fuel system Proper maintenance of the engine fuel filter and fuel tank is essential Refer to Maintenance Procedures in Maintaini...

Page 166: ...th DEF it is important to know that Any containers or parts that come into contact with DEF must be DEF compatible plastic or stainless steel Copper brass aluminum iron or non stainless steel should be avoided as they are subject to corrosion by DEF If 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 ...

Page 167: ...ids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in Maintaining Your Vehicle for the correct fluid type 1 Remove cap from DEF tank located on drivers side of the vehicle or in fuel door 1 Diesel Exhaust Fluid Fill Location 2 Diesel Fuel Fill Location 2 Insert DEF fill adapter nozzle into DEF tank filler neck DEF Filler Cap Chassis Cab Models DEF Filler Cap And Fuel Fill 1500 2500 3500 Models 5 STARTING AND OPERAT...

Page 168: ...failure of the fuel pump and injectors Never add anything other than DEF to the tank especially any form of hydrocarbon such as diesel fuel fuel system additives gasoline or any other petroleum based product Even a very small amount of these less than 100 parts per million or less than 1 oz per 78 gallons 295 liters will contaminate the entire DEF system and will require replacement If owners use ...

Page 169: ... of a truly full DEF tank without seeing any visible change in the gauge reading Chassis cabs have a larger 9 gallon 34 liter tank and will display a Full reading when about 75 percent full So drivers can consume 25 percent of a truly full DEF tank without seeing any visible change in the gauge reading Extra care should be taken when filling with portable containers to avoid overfilling Note the l...

Page 170: ...ically heated DEF lines DEF control module NOx sensors Temperature sensors SCR catalyst UQS Sensor The DEF injection system and SCR catalyst enable the achievement of diesel emissions requirements while main taining outstanding fuel economy drivability torque and power ratings Refer to Instrument Cluster Display in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for system messages and warn ings NOTE Your veh...

Page 171: ...WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 JUMP STARTING 170 With Portable Starting Unit 172 6 ...

Page 172: ...omatic transmission in PARK or NEUTRAL for a manual transmission Turn off lights heater and other electrical loads Observe charge indicator if equipped in both batteries If the indicator if equipped is light or yellow on either battery replace that battery CAUTION Use the jump start procedure only when the charge indicator if equipped in both batteries is dark in the center Do not attempt jump sta...

Page 173: ...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 discharged battery may freeze Do not attempt jump starting because the battery could rupture or explode The battery tem perature must be brought up above freezing point before attempting to jump start 3 After...

Page 174: ...stem 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 operation CAUTION It is very important that the starting unit operating voltage does not exceed 12 Volts DC or damage to battery starter motor alternator or electrical system may occur 172 WHAT TO DO IN EMER...

Page 175: ...ody Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement 186 Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel 188 Intervention Regeneration Strategy Message Process Flow 189 Diesel Exhaust Fluid 190 Maintenance Free Batteries 190 Cooling System 191 Charge Air Cooler Inter Cooler 195 Brake System 195 Clutch Hydraulic System 196 Transfer Case If Equipped 197 Manual Transmission If Equipped 197 Automatic Transmission If Equippe...

Page 176: ...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 Oil Fill 6 Aux Power Distribution Center 12 Air Cleaner Filter 174 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 177: ...luid 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 Oil Fill 6 Aux Power Distribution Center 12 Air Cleaner Filter 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 175 ...

Page 178: ...protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter vals Do not use chemical flushes in these compo nents as the chemicals can damage your engine transmission power steering or air conditioning Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty If a flush is needed because of component malfunction use only the specified fluid for the flushin...

Page 179: ...ve the upper SAFE mark Change Engine Oil Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper main tenance intervals Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions the manufacturer only rec ommends engine oils that are API CJ 4 certified and meet the requirements of FCA LLC Use MOPAR or an equiva lent oil meeting FCA Material Standard MS 10902 ...

Page 180: ...als 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 such as MOPAR Shell Rotella and Shell Rimula that meets FCA Material Standard MS 10902 and the API CJ 4 engine oil category is required Products meeting Cummins CES 20081 may also be used The ident...

Page 181: ...cturer strongly recommends against the addi tion of any additives other than leak detection dyes to the engine oil Engine oil is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supplemental additives Engine Oil Filter Refer to Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts in Main taining Your Vehicle for further information The engine oil filter should be changed at every engine oil change Disp...

Page 182: ...when ser vice is required Refer to Instrument Cluster Display in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further infor mation The SERVICE AIR FILTER message could be 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 message will be displayed The mess...

Page 183: ...ngine and or exhaust aftertreatment damage We recommend you use MOPAR brand parts Even though your vehicle is equipped with an Air Filter Monitor a visual inspection of the air cleaner filter element is recommended every 15 000 miles 24 000km or 12 months whichever occurs first Under no circumstances should the air cleaner filter element exceed 30 000 miles 48 000 km or 24 months whichever comes f...

Page 184: ...ence of either dirt or debris you should change your air cleaner filter Engine Air Cleaner Filter Removal 1 Remove the screws from the air 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 182 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 185: ...present before replacing the air filter element 1 Install the air cleaner filter element into the housing assembly with the air cleaner filter inspection surface facing downward Open Air Cleaner Filter Assembly 1 Air Cleaner Cover 2 Air Cleaner Filter Air Cleaner Filter 1 Air Cleaner Filter 2 Air Cleaner Filter Inspection Surface 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 183 ...

Page 186: ...udible chime will be heard five times At this point you should stop the engine and drain the water from both of the filters CAUTION If the Water In Fuel Indicator Light remains on DO NOT START the engine before you drain water from the fuel filters to avoid engine damage If the Water In Fuel Indicator Light comes on and a single chime is heard while you are driving or with the ignition switch in t...

Page 187: ...is visible close the drain valves by turning them fully clock wise and turn the ignition switch to OFF If more than a couple ounces milliliters of fuel have been drained follow the directions for Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel Engine Mounted Fuel Filter Replacement NOTE Using a fuel filter that does not meet the manufacturer s filtration and water separating requirements can se verely i...

Page 188: ...ocal regulations 7 Wipe clean the sealing surfaces of the lid and housing 8 Install new o ring back into ring groove on the filter housing and lubricate with clean engine oil 9 Remove new filter 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 properly s...

Page 189: ...under the fuel filter drain hose 3 Open the water drain valve 1 full turn counterclockwise 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 o ring and discard it 6 Remove the used filter cartridge from the housing and dispose of according to your local regulation...

Page 190: ...tart the engine using the Normal Starting procedure Refer to Starting Procedures in Starting and Operat ing for further information CAUTION 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 WARNING Do not use alcohol or gasoline as a fuel blending agent Th...

Page 191: ... Emissions Standards These systems are seamlessly inte grated into your vehicle and managed 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 your part If the engine is allowed to idle or the truck is driven on low engine speed drive cycles for more ...

Page 192: ...ehicle for further information You can receive assistance in locating DEF in the 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 permanently sealed You will never have to add water nor is periodic maintenance required NOTE Replacement batteries should both be o...

Page 193: ... before the onset of freezing weather where applicable If the engine coolant antifreeze is dirty or rusty in appearance the system should be drained flushed and refilled with fresh coolant Check the front of the A C condenser if equipped or radiator for any accumulation of bugs leaves etc If dirty clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the A C condenser if eq...

Page 194: ...atible coolant antifreeze If a non OAT Continued CAUTION Continued engine coolant antifreeze is introduced into the cool ing 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 autho rized dealer as soon as possible Do not use water alone or alcohol based engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use additional ...

Page 195: ... freeze solution The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system NOTE It is the owner s responsibility to maintain the proper level of protection against freezing according to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant prop erly Failure to fill these systems prope...

Page 196: ...on the ground If ingested by a child or pet seek emergency assistance immediately Clean up any ground spills immediately Points To Remember NOTE When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles kilometers of operation you may observe vapor coming from the front of the engine compartment This is normally a result of moisture from rain snow or high humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapori...

Page 197: ...ed through a hose to the charge air cooler and through another hose to the intake manifold of the engine The air entering the engine has been cooled by about 50 to 100 F 10 to 38 C This cooling process enables more efficient burning of fuel resulting in fewer emissions To guarantee optimum performance of the system keep the surfaces of the charge air cooler condenser and radiator clean and free of...

Page 198: ...brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container Keep the master cylin der reservoir cap secured at all times Brake fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a lower boiling point This may cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged brak ing resulting in sudden brake failure This could result in a accident Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir ...

Page 199: ...on level ground enough lubricant should be added to bring the level to 1 4 in 6 mm below the bottom of the filler hole Automatic Transmission If Equipped Selection of Lubricant It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to ensure optimum transmission performance and life Use only the manufacturer s specified transmission fluid Refer to Fluids Lubricants and Genuine Parts in this section ...

Page 200: ...ature the fluid cannot be held comfortably between the fingertips You can read the transmission sump temperature in the instrument cluster display refer to Instrument Cluster Display in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information Use the following procedure to check the transmission fluid level properly 1 Monitor the transmission temperature using the instru ment cluster display an...

Page 201: ... transmission or 68 86 F 20 30 C for AS69RC transmission Only use the COLD region of the dipstick as a rough reference when setting the fluid level after a transmission service or fluid change Re check the fluid level and adjust as required once the transmission reaches normal operating tempera ture CAUTION If the fluid temperature is below 50 F 10 C it may not register on the dipstick Do not add ...

Page 202: ...control systems Exhaust System Inspect the entire exhaust system for leaks and damaged parts Devices such as hangers clamps and U bolts should be tight and in good condition Damaged components burned or blown out mufflers burned or rusted out exhaust pipes should be replaced according to the proce dures and specifications outlined in the appropriate service manual Air Cleaner Assembly Inspect air ...

Page 203: ...NE COOLING SYSTEM Removal or rendering inoperative the fan clutch Removal of the fan shroud Noise Emission Warranty The manufacturer warrants that this vehicle 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 covers this vehicle as designed built and eq...

Page 204: ... column 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 Exhaust system inspect Air cleaner assembly inspect ODOM ETER READING PER FORMED BY PER FORMED AT 202 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...

Page 205: ...mileage 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 inspect Air cleaner assembly inspect ODOM ETER READING PER FORMED BY PER FORMED AT 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 203 ...

Page 206: ...nly 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 Chassis Cab 9 Gallons 34 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 6 7L Turbo Diesel Engine 12 Quarts 11 4 Liters Cooling System 6 7L Turbo Diesel Engine MOPAR Engine Coolant Antifreeze 10 Year 150 000 Mile Form...

Page 207: ...ation of 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 Rimula that meets FCA Material Standard MS 10902 and the API CJ 4 engine oil category is required Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR Engine Oil Filters Fuel Filters We recommend you us...

Page 208: ...F 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 ASTM specification D 975 Pickup models and Chassis Cab models configured with optional B20 capability are additionally compatible with 20 biodiesel meeting ASTM specification D 7467 Diesel Exhaust Fl...

Page 209: ... 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 85 HD Ram GL 5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant Limited slip additive is not required for Limited Slip Rear Axles Front and Rear Axle Fluid 4500 5500 We recommend you use GL 5 SAE 75W 90 Synthetic MS 9763 Li...

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Page 211: ...NTENANCE SCHEDULE CONTENTS 䡵 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE DIESEL ENGINE 210 Oil Change Indicator System Cummins Diesel 210 Perform Service Indicator Cummins Diesel 211 Maintenance Chart Cummins Diesel Engine 212 8 ...

Page 212: ...nd service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Retain all receipts Oil Change Indicator System Cummins Diesel Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indi cator system This system will alert you when it is time to change your engine oil by displaying the words Oil Change Due in your instrument cluster display The oil change reminder will remind the ow...

Page 213: ...with greater than 5 levels of biodiesel the oil change interval must not exceed 12 500 miles 20 000 km under any circumstances See the Fuel Requirements section for more information regarding operation of Chassis Cab models and Pickup models configured for use with biodiesel blend B6 B20 fuel meeting ASTM specification D 7467 Perform Service Indicator Cummins Diesel Your vehicle will require emiss...

Page 214: ...4 000 216 000 228 000 240 000 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 Additional Inspections Check the Diesel Exhaust Fluid DEF tank refill if necessary X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Rotate the tires X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X...

Page 215: ...144 000 156 000 168 000 180 000 192 000 204 000 216 000 228 000 240 000 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 X X X X X X X Inspect the brake linings X X X X X X Inspect and adjust parking brake X X X X X X Inspect drive belt replace as necessary X X X X X X Inspect wheel ...

Page 216: ...8 000 240 000 Replace chassis mounted fuel filter element X X X X X X X X X X Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces If gear oil leakage is suspected check the fluid level If using your vehicle for police taxi fleet off road or frequent trailer towing change the axle fluid Inspect the transfer case fluid 4x4 change for any of the following police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing X X X X X C...

Page 217: ...168 000 180 000 192 000 204 000 216 000 228 000 240 000 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter s if using your vehicle for any of the following police fleet or frequent trailer towing 68RFE transmission only X X Change automatic transmission fluid and filter s X Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following police fleet or frequent trailer towing X X R...

Page 218: ...nce and 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 badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job...

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Page 220: ...r Cooler 69 Coolant Pressure Cap Radiator Cap 67 Cooling System 65 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 66 Coolant Capacity 71 Coolant Level 65 Disposal Of Used Coolant 68 Drain Flush And Refill 65 Points To Remember 68 Pressure Cap 67 Radiator Cap 67 Selection Of Coolant Antifreeze 65 72 Diesel Fuel 40 Diesel Fuel Requirements 40 Bulk Storage Of 48 Diesel Fuel System Re Priming 62 Disposal Antifreeze Engine...

Page 221: ...ty 71 Fueling 45 Gauges Voltmeter 35 Instrument Cluster 14 Intervention Regeneration Strategy 25 Keyless Enter N Go 33 Maintenance Procedures 55 Maintenance Schedule 78 New Vehicle Break In Period 11 Oil Engine 55 Capacity 71 Change Interval 56 Dipstick 55 Disposal 57 Filter 57 72 Filter Disposal 57 Materials Added To 57 Recommendation 55 Viscosity 56 Radiator Cap Coolant Pressure Cap 65 Remote St...

Page 222: ... 33 Engine Block Heater 34 40 Remote 10 Starting Procedures 32 Starting Procedures Diesel Engines 32 Tip Start 33 Transfer Case Fluid 75 Transmission Viscosity Engine Oil 56 Voltmeter 35 Water Separator Diesel Fuel 60 220 INDEX RAM 1500 ...

Page 223: ...e Engine Coolant 204 Capacities Fluid 204 Caps Filler Oil Engine 178 Radiator Coolant Pressure 193 Charge Air Cooler 195 Coolant Pressure Cap Radiator Cap 193 Cooling System 191 Adding Coolant Antifreeze 192 Coolant Capacity 204 Coolant Level 191 Disposal Of Used Coolant 194 Drain Flush And Refill 192 Points To Remember 194 Pressure Cap 193 Radiator Cap 193 Selection Of Coolant Antifreeze 192 205 ...

Page 224: ...unaway 156 Exhaust Brake 138 Exhaust System 200 Filters Engine Fuel 184 Engine Oil 179 205 Engine Oil Disposal 179 Fluid Capacities 204 Fluid Level Checks Brake 195 Manual Transmission 197 Transfer Case 197 Fluids Lubricants And Genuine Parts 205 Fuel 157 Adding 160 162 Diesel 157 162 205 Filter 184 Requirements 157 Specifications 157 Tank Capacity 204 Fueling 160 Gauges Voltmeter 130 Gear Ranges ...

Page 225: ...entification Logo 178 Materials Added To 179 Recommendation 177 Synthetic 179 Viscosity 178 Overdrive 148 Overdrive OFF Switch 148 Perform Service Indicator Reset 211 Power Take Off Adapter 154 Take Off Operation 154 PTO Power Take Off 154 Radiator Cap Coolant Pressure Cap 191 Remote Starting System 92 Resetting Perform Service Indicator 211 Selection Of Coolant Antifreeze 205 Shifting 140 Automat...

Page 226: ...res Diesel Engines 121 Synthetic Engine Oil 179 Tip Start 121 Torque Converter Clutch 149 Traction Control 197 Transfer Case Fluid 207 Transmission Automatic 141 Fluid 207 Manual 121 150 Shifting 140 Viscosity Engine Oil 178 Voltmeter 130 Water Separator Diesel Fuel 184 224 INDEX RAM 2500 3500 4500 5500 ...

Page 227: ...nnection 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 may affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on vehicles so equipped The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible Use only fully shi...

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