torque Ram 1500 2015 Diesel Supplement

•SCR catalyst
The DEF injection system and SCR catalyst enable the
achievement of diesel emissions requirements; while
maintaining outstanding fuel economy, drivability,
torque and power ratings.
Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) or
Driver Information Display (DID)” in “Understanding
Your Instrument Panel” for system messages and warn-
ings. NOTE:
•
Your vehicle is equipped with a DEF injection system.
You may occasionally hear an audible clicking noise.
This is normal operation.
• The DEF pump will run for a period of time after
engine shutdown to purge the DEF system. This is
normal operation.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 267

CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and
filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and
Genuine Parts” in this section for fluid specifica-
tions.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission. Automatic
Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and
its performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-
tives. Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to the
transmission. The only exception to this policy is the use
of special dyes for diagnosing fluid leaks. Avoid using
transmission sealers as they may adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
It is best to check the fluid level when the transmission is
at normal operating temperature (170-180°F / 77-82°C for
68RFE transmission, or 158-176°F / 70-80°C for AS69RC
transmission). This normally occurs after at least 15 miles
(25 km) of driving. At normal operating temperature the
fluid cannot be held comfortably between the fingertips.
You can read the transmission sump temperature in the
EVIC/DID screen (refer to “Electronic Vehicle Informa-
tion Center [EVIC]” or “Driver Information Display
[DID]” for further information).
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 307

Overdrive.............................. .241
Overdrive OFF Switch ..................... .241
Perform Service Indicator, Reset ...............324
Power Take-Off Adapter ...................... .248
Take-Off Operation ..................... .248
PTO (Power Take-Off) ..................... .248
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........299
Remote Starting System .....................144
Resetting Perform Service Indicator ............324
Seat Belts Reminder ........................ .161 , 168
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............316
Shifting ............................... .230
Automatic Transmission ..................232
Manual Transmission ....................244 Signals, Turn
........................... .153
Speedometer ............................ .157
Starting ............................... .206
Automatic Transmission ..................207
Engine Block Heater .................211,227
Manual Transmission ....................207
Remote ............................. .144
Starting Procedures ....................... .206
Starting Procedures (Diesel Engines) ............206
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... .283
Tachometer ............................. .151
Tip Start ............................... .207
Ti re s Pressure Warning Light ...............154 , 170
Torque Converter Clutch ....................243
Traction Control ......................... .305
Transfer Case Fluid ............................... .318
342 INDEX - RAM 2500 / 3500 / 4500 / 5500