Engine oil Ram ProMaster 2015 Owner's Guide

WARNING!(Continued)
cylinder 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 pro-
longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
• 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 contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
Automatic Transmission (3.6L Gasoline Engine
Only)
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 for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain
the transmission fluid at the correct level using the
recommended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used
in any transmission; only the approved lubricant should
be used.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
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CavityMaxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
F07 50 Amp Red (non
A/C)
60 Amp Blue (A/C) Engine Cooling Fan - 1st Speed
F08 40 Amp Orange Passenger Compartment Blower
F09 15 Amp Blue Rear Power Outlet
F10 15 Amp Blue Horn
F11 15 Amp Blue Fuel Pressure Regulator (MPROP)-DRV
(3.0 Diesel Engine) — If Equipped
F14 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet
F15 7.5 Amp Brown USB Charger
F16 7.5 Amp Brown KL15 Shifter Transmission Module
(STM) (3.6), KL15 Starter Relay Coil (3.6
Gasoline Engine)
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CavityMaxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
F16 7.5 Amp Brown KL15 Manual Transmission Automated
(MTA), KL15 Shift Lever Unit, KL15 En-
gine Control Module (ECM), KL15
Starter Relay Coil (3.0 Diesel Engine)
F17 20 Amp Yellow Engine Control Module (ECM), Injectors
(3.6 Gasoline Engine)
F17 20 Amp Yellow Secondary Loads, Engine Control Mod-
ule (ECM) (3.0 Diesel Engine)
F18 7.5 Amp Brown KL30 Engine Control Module (ECM),
KL30 Main Relay Coil (3.6 Gasoline En-
gine)
F18 7.5 Amp Brown KL30 Manual Transmission Automated
(MTA), KL30 Engine Control Module
(ECM), KL30 Main Relay Coil (3.0 Diesel
Engine)
F19 7.5 Amp Brown A/C Compressor (If Equipped)
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CavityMaxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
F20 30 Amp Green Windshield Wiper
F21 15 Amp Blue Fuel Pump
F22 20 Amp Yellow Engine Control Module (ECM), Ignition
Coils (3.6 Gasoline Engine)
F22 20 Amp Yellow Engine Control Module (ECM), Primary
Loads (3.0 Diesel Engine)
F23 20 Amp Yellow Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Valves
F24 7.5 Amp Brown KL15 Vacuum pump relay coil (3.6
Gasoline Engine) — If Equipped
F30 15 Amp Blue Heated Mirrors
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate) 24 Gallons90 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts5.6 Liters
Cooling System *
3.6L Engine (MOPAR® Antifreeze/
Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile
Formula or equivalent) 10.5 Quarts
10 Liters
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula
OAT (Organic Additive Technology) meeting the requirements of FCA Material
Standard MS.90032.
Engine Oil We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the require-
ments of FCA US Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, and Shell
Helix®. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR® Engine Oil Filters.
Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs.
Fuel Selection 87 Octane.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate in the instrument clus-
ter. This means that service is required for your vehicle.
Operating conditions such as frequent short-trips, trailer
tow, and extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures will
influence when the “Oil Change Required” message is
displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the
change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles
(5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as
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 otherthan your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This
type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
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•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering and fill as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar 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 exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
Maintenance Chart
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.8
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 389

Corrosion Protection.......................355
Cruise Light ............................ .128
Cupholders ..........................118,361
Customer Assistance .......................397
Customer Programmable Features .............169
Data Recorder, Event .......................51
Dealer Service ............................333
Defroster, Windshield ....................66, 186
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................330
Dimmer Control ...........................92
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................94
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ..................354
Oil (Engine) .......................... .334
Power Steering ........................ .218
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................324
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................350Door Locks
..............................20
Door Locks, Automatic ......................22
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .215
Electric Remote Mirrors ......................73
Electronic Brake Control System ...............221
Brake Assist System .....................223
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........101
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............224
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Exit Trip ............................. .146
NewTrip ............................ .146
Start Of Trip Procedure ...................146
Trip Computer ........................ .146
Trip Functions ........................ .147
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................323
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Jump Starting..........................317
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........331
Engine Air Cleaner .......................... .337
Block Heater ..........................202
Break-In Recommendations .................63
Checking Oil Level ..................... .334
Compartment ..........................329
Compartment Identification ................329
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................346, 383
Cooling ............................. .346
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................64
Fails To Start ..........................201
Flooded, Starting .......................201
Fuel Requirements ...................262, 382
Jump Starting ..........................317
Oil ...........................334, 382, 383
Oil Filter ............................ .337
Oil Selection .......................335, 382 Oil Synthetic
..........................336
Overheating .......................... .287
Starting ............................. .200
Engine Oil Viscosity .......................336
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................336
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............48
Entry System, Illuminated ....................16
Ethanol ............................... .263
Event Data Recorder ........................51
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................64
Exhaust System ........................64, 338
Exterior Lighting ..........................92
Exterior Lights ............................67
Fabric Care ............................. .358
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .337
Air Conditioning .......................342
Engine Oil ........................ .337, 383
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