automatic transmission Ram ProMaster 2018 Owner's Guide

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled
vehicle using a commercial towing service.
Towing Condition Wheels OFF TheGround ALL Models
Flat Tow NONEIf transmission is operable:
•Transmission in NEUTRAL
• 25 mph (40 km/h) max speed
• 15 miles (24 km) max distance
Wheel Lift Or Dolly
To w Rear
Front OK
Flatbed ALL BEST METHOD
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent
damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other
equipment designed for this purpose, following equipment
manufacturer ’s instructions. Use of safety chains is man-
datory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main
structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers or
associated brackets. State and local laws regarding vehicles
under tow must be observed.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
mode. NOTE:
For vehicles equipped with diesel engine and
electric park brake, see important information under “Au-
tomated Manual Transmission.”
If the key fob is unavailable or the vehicle’s battery is
discharged, refer to “Gear Selector Override” in this section
for instructions on shifting the automatic transmission out
of PARK for towing.
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CAUTION!
•Do not use sling type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
• When securing the vehicle to a flat bed truck, do not
attach to front or rear suspension components. Dam-
age to your vehicle may result from improper towing.
Automatic Transmission
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with
all four wheels OFFthe ground using a flatbed.
If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmission
is operable, this vehicle may be towed (with front wheels
on the ground) under the following conditions:
• The transmission must be in NEUTRAL.
• The towing speed must not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
• The towing distance must not exceed 15 miles (24 km).
If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be
towed faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than 15
miles (24 km), tow with the front wheels OFFthe ground
(using a flatbed truck, or wheel lift equipment with the
front wheels raised).
CAUTION!
• Towing faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than
15 miles (24 km) with front wheels on the ground can
cause severe transmission damage. Damage from
improper towing is not covered under the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam-
age from improper towing is not covered under the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS)
This vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Accident
Response System.
Please refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in “Safety”
for further information on the Enhanced Accident Re-
sponse System (EARS) function.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
CONTENTS
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................227
▫ Maintenance Plan ..................... .228
▫ Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle ............231
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................232
▫ 3.6L Engine ......................... .232
▫ Checking Oil Level — Gas Engine ...........233
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ...................233
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .................233
 DEALER SERVICE ...................... .234
▫ Engine Oil .......................... .235
▫ Engine Oil Filter ...................... .236
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter .................236
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ..............237
▫ Body Lubrication ..................... .239▫
Windshield Wiper Blades .................239
▫ Exhaust System ....................... .240
▫ Cooling System ....................... .241
▫ Brake System ........................ .246
▫ Automatic Transmission (3.6L Gasoline Engine
Only) .............................. .247
 RAISING THE VEHICLE ..................248
 TIRES ............................... .248
▫ Tire Safety Information ..................248
▫ Tires — General Information ..............258
▫ Tire Types ........................... .264
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped ................265
▫ Wheel
And Wheel Trim Care ..............267
▫ Tire Chains (Traction Devices) .............269
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Mileage or time passed (which-ever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Change automatic transmission
fluid and filter. XX
Inspect and replace PCV valve if
necessary. X
* The brake fluid change interval is time based only,
mileage intervals do not apply.
** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only,
yearly intervals do not apply.
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WARNING!(Continued)
to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged brak-
ing, 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 And Lubricants” in “Technical 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 manufactur-
er ’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 And Lubricants” in
“Technical Specifications” for fluid specifications.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using any
special additives in the transmission. Automatic Transmis-
sion Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and its perfor-
mance may be impaired by supplemental additives. There-
fore, 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 in six-speed transmissions.
Avoid using transmission sealers as they may adversely
affect seals.8
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 247

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, Or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission – 3.6L Gasoline Engine Only Use Only ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4 fluid may affect the function or performance of
your transmission. We recommend Mopar ATF+4 Fluid.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use Mopar DOT 4.
DOT 4 brake fluid must be changed every two years
regardless of mileage.
Power Steering Reservoir Use Pentosin CHF 11S power steering fluid meeting FCA
Material Standard MS-11655.
288 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).............243
Adding Washer Fluid ....................... .233
Additives, Fuel ........................... .282
AirBag..................................112 Air Bag Operation ........................114
Air Bag Warning Light .....................111
Enhanced Accident Response ................222
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................223
If A Deployment Occurs ....................119
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............122
Side Air Bags ...........................115
Transporting Pets ....................... .130
Air Bag Light ....................... .74, 111, 131
Air Bag Maintenance ....................... .122
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......236
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................237
Air Conditioning Filter ....................52, 238
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips .............51, 53
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ...............237, 238
Air Conditioning System .....................237
Air Filter ............................... .236
Air Pressure, Tires ......................... .259
Alarm (Security Alarm) .......................21
Alarm System (Security Alarm) .................21
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ................6Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)
................242, 286
Disposal .............................. .244
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..................88
Anti-Lock Warning Light ......................80
Assist, Hill Start ............................94
Audio Systems (Radio) ...................... .290
Auto Down Power Windows ...................54
Automatic Door Locks ........................23
Automatic Transaxle .........................18
Automatic Transmission ..................140, 248
Adding Fluid .......................... .248
Fluid And Filter Changes ...................248
Fluid Change .......................... .248
Fluid Level Check .................... .247, 248
Fluid

Type ......................... .247, 288
Special Additives ........................ .247
Battery .............................. .75, 233
Charging System Light .....................75
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................17
Belts, Seat ............................... .131
Body Builders Guide ..........................6
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................239
B-Pillar Location .......................... .254
Brake Assist System .........................90
322 INDEX

Coolant Capacity........................ .286
Coolant Level ....................... .242, 245
Disposal Of Used Coolant ..................244
Drain, Flush, And Refill ....................242
Inspection ............................. .245
Points To Remember ..................... .245
Pressure Cap ........................... .244
Radiator Cap .......................... .244
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..........242, 286
Corrosion Protection ....................... .272
Cruise Light ...............................82
Cupholders ........................... .60, 276
Customer Assistance ....................... .316
Customer Programmable Features ...............291
Dealer Service ............................ .234
Defroster, Windshield ....................... .132
Diagnostic System, Onboard ....................82
Dimmer Control ............................43
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .....................39
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ....................248
Power Steering ......................... .150
Disabled Vehicle Towing .....................221 Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................244
Door Ajar .................................75
Door Ajar Light ............................75
Door Locks ................................22
Door Locks, Automatic .......................23
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ........................23
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .174
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................35
Electronic Brake Control System .................89
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........150
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ................90
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ..........75
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................219
Jacking ........................... .195, 248
Jump Starting .......................... .214
Emission

Control System Maintenance ............84
Engine ................................. .232
Air Cleaner ............................ .236
Block Heater ........................... .138
Break-In Recommendations .................138
324 INDEX

Compartment.......................... .232
Compartment Identification .................232
Coolant (Antifreeze) ...................242, 286
Cooling .............................. .241
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................131, 285
Fails To Start ........................... .137
Flooded, Starting ........................ .137
Fuel Requirements ....................282, 286
Jump Starting .......................... .214
Oil .............................. .235, 286
Oil Filler Cap .......................... .232
Oil Filter .............................. .236
Oil Selection ........................ .235, 286
Oil Synthetic ........................... .236
Overheating ........................... .218
Starting .............................. .137
Engine Oil Viscosity ........................ .235
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ....................235
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............222
Entry System, Illuminated .....................44
Ethanol ................................. .283
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................131, 285
Exhaust System ....................... .131, 240
Exterior Lighting ............................39 Exterior Lights
......................... .38, 133
Filters Air Cleaner ............................ .236
Air Conditioning ..................... .52, 238
Engine Oil ......................... .236, 286
Engine Oil Disposal ...................... .236
Flashers Hazard Warning ........................ .179
Turn Signal ......................... .82, 133
Flooded Engine Starting ..................... .137
Fluid Capacities ........................... .286
Fluid Leaks .............................. .134
Fluid Level Checks Automatic
Transmission ....................248
Brake ................................ .246
Cooling System ......................... .242
Power Steering ......................... .150
Fluids And Lubricants ...................... .286
Fog Lights ................................40
Folding Rear Seat ...........................23
Four-Way Hazard Flasher .....................179
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .219
Fuel ................................... .282
Additives ............................. .282
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INDEX 325

Shoulder Belts............................ .102
Signals, Turn .......................... .82, 133
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....................269
Snow Tires .............................. .265
Spare Tire ............................ .265, 267
Spark Plugs ............................. .286
Speed Control Accel/Decel ........................... .152
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .................150
Starting ................................ .137
Automatic Transmission ....................137
Cold Weather .......................... .137
Engine Fails To Start ..................... .137
Steering ..................................33
Column Lock ............................33
Power ............................ .149, 150
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .................304
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . . .304
Storage, Vehicle ........................ .51, 272
Storing Your Vehicle ....................... .272
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag ..........112
Sway Control, Trailer .........................93
Synthetic Engine Oil ....................... .236
Telescoping Steering Column ...................33 Tire And Loading Information Placard
............254
Tire Markings ............................ .249
Tires......................... .133, 258, 265, 270
Aging (Life Of Tires) ..................... .262
Air Pressure ........................... .258
Chains ............................... .269
Changing .......................... .195, 248
Compact Spare ......................... .265
General Information ...................258, 265
High Speed ............................ .260
Inflation Pressures ....................... .259
Jacking ........................... .195, 248
Life Of Tires ........................... .262
Load

Capacity ...................... .254, 255
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ..............95
Pressure Warning Light .....................77
Quality Grading ........................ .270
Radial ............................... .260
Replacement ........................... .263
Rotation .............................. .270
Safety ............................ .248, 258
Sizes ................................ .250
Snow Tires ............................ .265
Spare Tire ......................... .265, 267
Spinning .............................. .261
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