RAM Truck 2014, Owner'S Manual

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Fuel Oxidation Stability - Must 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, provides
for protection 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 to provide adequate fuel water
separation capabilities.
Bio-Diesel Fuel Properties – Low Ambient
Temperatures
Biodiesel fuel may gel or solidify at low ambient tempera-
tures, which may pose problems for both storage and
operation. Precautions can be necessary at low ambient
temperatures, such as storing the fuel in a heated building
or a heated storage tank, or using cold temperature addi-
tives.
Fuel In Oil Dilution - Must Adhere To Required
Oil Change Interval
Fuel dilution of lubricating oil has been observed with
the use of Biodiesel fuel. Fuel in oil must not exceed 5
percent. To ensure this limit is met your oil change
interval must be maintained to the following schedule:
•
Ram PickUp 2500/3500 Only – 15,000 Miles*
•
Ram 3500/4500/5500 Chassis Cab – 12,500 Miles*
(*unless otherwise notified with a oil service message)
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