tires RAM CHASSIS CAB 2009 Owner's Guide

CAUTION!
•Use a back and forth motion to remove the hub
cap. Do not use a twisting motion when removing
the hub cap, damage to the hub cap; finish may
occur.
•The rear hub caps on the dual rear wheel has two
pry off notches. Make sure that the hook of the
jack handle driver is located squarely in the cap
notch before attempting to pull off.
You must use the flat end of the lug wrench to pry off the
wheel skins. Insert the flat tip completely and using a
back and forth motion, loosen the wheel skin. Repeat this
procedure around the tire until the skin pops off.
Replace the wheel skins first using a rubber mallet. When
replacing the hub caps, tilt the cap retainer over the lug nut bolt circle and strike the high side down with a
rubber mallet. Be sure that the hub caps and wheel skins
are firmly seated around the wheel.
Dual Rear Wheels
Dual wheels are flat mounted, center piloted. The lug
nuts are a two-piece assembly. When the tires are being
rotated or replaced, clean these lug nuts and add two
drops of oil at the interface between the hex and the
washer.
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Slots in the wheels will assist in properly orienting the
inner and outer wheels. Align these slots when assem-
bling the wheels for best access to the tire valve on the
inner wheel. The tires of both dual wheels must be
completely off the ground when tightening to insure
wheel centering and maximum wheel clamping.Dual wheel models require a special heavy-duty lug nut
tightening adapter (included with the vehicle) to cor-
rectly tighten the lug nuts. Also, when it is necessary to
remove and install dual rear wheels, use a proper vehicle
lifting device.
NOTE:
When installing a spare tire (if equipped) as part
of a dual rear wheel end combination, the tire diameter of
the two individual tires must be compared. If there is a
significant difference, the larger tire should be installed in
a front location. Correct direction of rotation for dual tire
installations must also be observed.
Oiling Location
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 323
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6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or
6 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
\2Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
\2 Rotate tires.
\2 Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only).
\2 Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
\2Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
\2 Rotate tires.
\2 If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the
engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
\2 Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.
\2 Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only).
\2 Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
\2 Inspect the CV joints. Perform the first inspection at 12,000 miles (20 000 km) or
12 months.
\2 Inspect exhaust system. Perform the first inspection at 12,000 miles (20 000 km) or
12 months.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 385
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18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or
18 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
\2Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
\2 Rotate tires.
\2 Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only).
\2 Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
\2 Inspect the front & rear axle fluid.
Change if using your vehicle for police,
taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer
towing.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
\2Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
\2 Rotate tires.
\2 If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the
engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
\2 Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.
\2 Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
\2 Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, replace if necessary.
\2 Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only).
\2 Inspect the CV joints.
\2 Inspect exhaust system.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
386 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or
30 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
\2Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
\2 Rotate tires.
\2 Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
\2 Replace the spark plugs (5.7L engine).
\2 Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only).
\2 Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
\2 Inspect the transfer case fluid.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
\2Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
\2 Rotate tires.
\2 If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the
engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
\2 Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.
\2 Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only).
\2 Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
\2 Inspect the front & rear axle fluid. Change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet,
off-road or frequent trailer towing.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 387
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42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or
42 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
\2Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
\2 Rotate tires.
\2 Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only).
\2 Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
\2Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
\2 Rotate tires.
\2 If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the
engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
\2 Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.
\2 Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
\2 Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, replace if necessary.
\2 Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only).
\2 Inspect the CV Joints.
\2 Inspect exhaust system.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
388 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or
54 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
\2Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
\2 Rotate tires.
\2 Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only).
\2 Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
\2 Inspect the front & rear axle fluid.
Change if using your vehicle for police,
taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer
towing.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
\2Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
\2 Rotate tires.
\2 Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
\2 Replace the spark plugs (5.7L engine).
\2 Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.
\2 Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only).
\2 Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
\2 Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter(s) if using your vehicle for any of the
following: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing.
\2 Inspect the transfer case fluid, add if necessary.
\2 Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months if not done at 102,000 miles
(170 000 km).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 389
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66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or
66 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
\2Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
\2 Rotate tires.
\2 Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only).
\2 Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
\2Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
\2 Rotate tires.
\2 If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the
engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.
\2 Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.
\2 Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
\2 Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, replace if necessary.
\2 Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only).
\2 Inspect the front & rear axle fluid. Change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet,
off-road or frequent trailer towing.
\2 Inspect the CV Joints.
\2 Inspect exhaust system.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
390 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or
78 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
\2Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
\2 Rotate tires.
\2 Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only).
\2 Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or
84 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
\2Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
\2 Rotate tires.
\2 If using your vehicle for any of the
following: Dusty or off-road conditions.
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter,
replace if necessary.
\2 Inspect the brake linings, replace if
necessary.
\2 Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only).
\2 Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 391
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90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
\2Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
\2 Rotate tires.
\2 Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
\2 Replace the spark plugs (5.7L engine).
\2 Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. †
\2 Lube front drive shaft fitting (4x4 only).
\2 Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
\2 Inspect the front & rear axle fluid. Change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet,
off-road or frequent trailer towing.
\2 Inspect the transfer case fluid.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
392 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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