DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual
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refer to the 5.9L V8 TURBO DIESEL - VIN [D] article.
in the ENGINE MECHANICAL section.
Drain fuel/water separator by pushing up on the valve
located on the bottom of the fuel filter until clear fuel
is visible. Drain fuel into a container and follow proper
disposal procedures.
CAUTION: DO NOT drain fuel/water separator when engine is running or
hot. Allow engine to cool before draining. Verify that the
WATER IN FUEL light on instrument panel is OFF.
ADDITIONAL SERVICE INFORMATION - CNG MODELS
Fig. 11: Locating CNG Components
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
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Fig. 12: CNG Fuel Rail Service Points
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
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Fig. 13: CNG Fuel Tank Components
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
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Fig. 14: Manual Shutoff Valve Location
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
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Fig. 15: CNG Fuel Filter
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
IDENTIFICATION LABEL LOCATIONS
Fig. 16: Identification Label Locations
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
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Fig. 17: CNG Identification Label Locations
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
Fig. 18: Tank Test Date Label Location
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS - DIESEL
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LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS TABLE - DIESEL \
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Engine Oil Ambient Temperature Above 10\bF SAE 15W-40
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Ambient Temperature Less Than SAE 10W-30
0\bF (-18\bC) To Over 30\bF(-1\bC)
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Ambient Temperature Less Than With Block Heater:
-10\bF(-23\bC) Up To 0\bF (-18\bC) SAE 10W-30
Without Block Heater:
SAE 5W-30
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Engine All 50/50 Mixture Of
Coolant Distilled Water &
Ethylene Glycol
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Brake Fluid All DOT 3
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Automatic All ATF+2 Type 7176
Transmission
Fluid
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Transfer Case All ATF+2 Type 7176
Fluid Or DEXRON III ATF
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Manual All 75W-90 Synthc. API GL4
Transmission
Fluid
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Steering All Mopar Multi-Mileage
Linkage Lubricant
Lubricant
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Wheel Bearing All High Temperature Multi-
Grease -Purporse EP Grease
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Rear Axle All Mopar Hypoid Lubricant
Lubricant SAE 80W-90
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2) GL-5 Gear Lube
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4x4 Front All Mopar Hypoid Lubricant
Axle SAE 80W-90
Lubricant GL-5 Gear Lube
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Power All Mopar Power Steering
Steering Fluid Or Equivalant
Fluid (
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Clutch All Multipurpose Grease
Linkage NLGI Grade 2 E.P.
Lubricant
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A/C All R-134a
Refrigerant
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A/C All Polyalkalene Glycol
Refrigerant SP10 PAG
Oil Refrigerant Oil
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(
1) - SAE 10W-30 engine oil is preferred for use in all Dodge
trucks. Use only API approved oil with Starburst Symbol.
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2) - Axles with Limited-Slip Differentials require the use of
a 5% Friction Modifier, such as Mopar Gear Oil Additive
Friction Modifier.
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3) - Never add gear oil, automatic transmission fluid or
hydroboost power steering fluid.
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FLUID CAPACITIES - DIESEL
FLUID CAPACITIES TABLE - DIESEL \
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Engine Oil Capacity, Upper Safe Mark 10 Qts. (9.5L)
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Capacity, Lower Safe Mark 8 Qts. (7.5L)
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Engine Drained 26 Qts. (24.5L)
Coolant
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Automatic 46RE: Dry Fill 17 Qts. (16L)
Transmission
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Fluid 47RE: Dry Fill 17 Qts. (16L)
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Manual NV4500 4 Qts. (3.8L)
Transmission
Fluid
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Rear Axle DANA 70 Model 267 (2WD) 7 Pts. (3.3L)
Lubricant
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DANA 70 Model 267 (4WD) 7.8 Pts. (3.6L)
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DANA 80 Model 286 (2WD) 6.8.Pts. (3.2L)
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DANA 80 Model 286 (4WD) 10.1 Pts. (4.8L)
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Rear Axle Model 267 (2WD) 7 Pts. (3.3L)
Limited Slip
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Differential Model 267 (4WD) 7.8 Pts. (3.6L)
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Model 286 (2WD) 6.8 Pts. (3.2L)
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Model 286 (4WD) 10.1 Pts. (4.8L)
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Front Axle Model 248 7.6 Pts. (3.6L)
Lubricant
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Transfer Case NV241 HD 6.5 Pts. (3.1L)
Fluid
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Power Take NV021 4.6 Pts. (2.1L)
Off Adapter
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Power Drained 2.7 Pts. (1.3L)
Steering
Fluid
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A/C Charge Capacity 32 Oz. (.9Kg)
Refrigerant
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Refrigerant A/C System Capacity 7.75 Oz. (230ML)
Oil
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Fuel Tank Capacity 35 Gal. (132L)
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1) - Capacities are recommended or calculated levels. Always use
dipstick (if available) to measure level.
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LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS - GAS
LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS TABLE - GAS \
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Engine Oil Ambient Temperature Above 0 \bF SAE 10W-30
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Ambient Temperature Less Than SAE 5W-30
-20\bF (-29\bC) Up To 32\bF (0\bC)
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Engine All 50/50 Mixture Of
Coolant Distilled Water &
Ethylene Glycol
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Brake Fluid All DOT 3
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Automatic All ATF+2 Type 7176
Transmission
Fluid
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Transfer Case All ATF+2 Type 7176
Fluid Or DEXRON III ATF
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Manual NV-4500 75W-90 Synthc. API GL4
Transmission
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Fluid NV-3500 Mopar Manual
Transmission Fluid
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Steering All Mopar Multi-Mileage
Linkage Lubricant
Lubricant
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Wheel Bearing All High Temperature Multi-
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Rear Axle & All Mopar Hypoid Lubricant
4x4 Frt. Axle SAE 80W-90
Lubricant (
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Power All Mopar Power Steering
Steering Fluid Or Equivalant
Fluid (
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Clutch All Multipurpose Grease
Linkage NLGI Grade 2 E.P.
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A/C All R-134a
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Refrigerant
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A/C All Polyalkalene Glycol
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(
1) - SAE 10W-30 engine oil is preferred for use in all Dodge
trucks. Use only API approved oil with Starburst Symbol.
(
2) - Limited-Slip Differentials require the use of a 5% Friction
Modifier. Mopar Gear Oil Additive Friction Modifier
(
3) - Never add gear oil, automatic transmission fluid or
hydroboost power steering fluid.
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FLUID CAPACITIES TABLE - GAS \
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Engine Oil 3.9L: Drained, W/New Filter 4 Qts. (3.8L)
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5.2L: Drained, W/New Filter 5 Qts. (4.7L)
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5.9L: Drained, W/New Filter 5 Qts. (4.7L)
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3.9L: Drained 3.5 Qts. (3.3L)
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5.2L: Drained 4.5 Qts. (4.2L)
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5.9L: Drained 4.5 Qts. (4.2L)
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Engine 3.9L: Drained 20 Qts. (19L)
Coolant
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5.2L: Drained 20 Qts. (19L)
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5.9L: Drained 20 Qts. (19L)
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Automatic 42RE: Dry Fill 17-22 Pts. (8-10.4L)
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Fluid 46RE: Dry Fill 1726 Pts. (812.3L)
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Manual NV3500: Drained 4.2 Pts. (2L)
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Fluid NV3500: Drained 8 Pts. (3.8L)
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Rear Axle 9-1/4: Drained 4.8 Pts. (2.3L)
Fluid
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Model 248 (2WD) 6.3 Pts. (3L)
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Model 248 (4WD) 7.3 Pts. (3.4L)
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Model 267 (2WD) 7 Pts. (3.3L)
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Model 267 (4WD) 7.8 Pts. (3.6L)
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Model 286 (2WD) 6.8.Pts. (3.2L)
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Model 286 (4WD) 10.1 Pts. (4.8L)
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Rear Axle Model 248 (2WD) 6.3 Pts. (3L)