engine coolant DODGE POWER WAGON 2005 2.G User Guide
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel
5.7L, 89 Octane
2500 Shortbed Models 34 gal. 128L
2500 Longbed Models 35 gal. 132L
Engine Oil (with filter)
5.7L Engine V-8, SAE 5W-20, API Certified 7.0 qts. 6.6L
Cooling System
5.7L (MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile
Formula)18.7 qts. 17.7L
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
Engine Coolant MoparAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or-
ganic Additive Technology) P/N 5011764AB or equivalent.
Engine Oil Use SAE 5W-20, API Certified, meeting material standard MS-6395. Refer to
oil viscosity chart for alternative grade.
Engine Oil Filter MoparEngine Oil Filter, P/N 5281090 or equivalent.
Spark Plugs Refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information label in the engine com-
partment.
Fuel Selection (5.7L) 89 Octane Mid-Grade, (R+M)/2 Method Preferred (87 Octane Acceptable)
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•Heavy Loading.
•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service).
•Off-road or desert operation.
•If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule“B”of the
Maintenance Schedulessection of this manual.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then flush and
replace your engine coolant every 102,000 miles (163 000
km) or 60 months, whichever comes first and follow
schedule“B”of theMaintenance Schedulessection of
this manual.
NOTE:Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for ScheduleB.Second is Schedule“A”. It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
uleB.
Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-
tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change in-
tervals exceed 6000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months
whichever comes first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
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At Each Stop for Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant bottle, brake master
cylinder, and transmission and add as needed.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Lubricate the driveshaft grease fitting and tie rod end
links.
•Inspect the exhaust system.
•Inspect the brake hoses.
•Inspect the CV joints (if equipped) and front suspen-
sion components.
•Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
•Check the manual transmission fluid level.
•Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
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Schedule“B”
Follow schedule“B”if you usually operate your vehicle
under one or more of the following conditions.
•Day or night temperatures are below 32°F(0°C).
•Stop and go driving.
•Extensive engine idling.
•Driving in dusty conditions.
•Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90°F C (32°).
•Trailer towing.
•Snowplowing.
•Heavy Loading.
•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service).
•Off-road or desert operation.
•If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule“B”of the
Maintenance Schedulessection of this manual.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then flush and
replace your engine coolant every 102,000 miles (163 000
km) or 60 months, whichever comes first and follow
schedule“B”of theMaintenance Schedulessection of
this manual.
If none of these apply to you, then change your engine oil
at every interval shown on scheduleAof theMainte-
nance Schedulessection of this manual.
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Miles 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000 75,000
(Kilometers) (101 000) (106 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3
months, whichever comes first.X X XXX
Lubricate Drive Shaft Fitting. X X X X X
Rotate tires. X X
Lubricate tie rod end links. X X X X X
Inspect engine air cleaner filter.X
Change rear axle fluid.X
Change front axle fluid.X
Inspect brake linings.X
Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if re-
quired.X
Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if
not done at 102, 000 miles (163 000 km).X
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Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 100,000 102,000
(Kilometers) (149 000) (154 000) (158 000) (160 000) (163 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3
months, whichever comes first.XXX X
Lubricate Drive Shaft Fitting. X X X X X
Rotate tires. X X
Lubricate tie rod end links. X X X X X
Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 60
months.X
Flush and replace Power Steering Fluid. X
Inspect brake linings. X
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Miles 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000
(Kilometers) (58 000) (67 000) (77 000) (84 000) (96 000) (106 000)
[Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X XXXXX
Lubricate Front Prop Shaft fitting. X XXXXX
Rotate tires. X XXXXX
Check transfer case fluid level. X
Lubricate tie rod end links. X XXXXX
Flush and replace engine coolant at 60
months, regardless of mileage.X
Inspect brake linings. X X
Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if
necessary.X
Replace spark plugs.X
Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.**X
Replace ignition cables.X
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Miles 102,000 108,000 114,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (163 000) (173 000) (182 000) (192 000)
[Months] [102] [108] [114] [120]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Lubricate Front Prop Shaft fitting. X X X X
Rotate tires. X X X X
Drain and refill transfer case fluid.X
Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 60 mos. X
Lubricate tie rod end links. X X X X
Inspect brake linings. X
Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if required. X X
Replace ignition cables.X
Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.X
Replace spark plugs.X
Inspect PCV Valve, replace as necessary.** X
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Adding Fuel........................309,335
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . 361,385
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 365
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............365,366
Air Conditioning System................203,365
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control........ 207
Air Pressure, Tires....................296,304
Airbag..............................47,53
Airbag Light.........................73,158
Airbag On/Off Switch..................... 53
Airbag, Side............................ 56
Alarm..............................31,161
Alignment and Balance................... 303
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..............374,406
Anti-Lock Warning Light...............162,284
Anti-Theft System.....................31,161
Appearance Care........................ 388
Ashtray............................... 140Automatic Transmission
Adding Fluid......................... 380
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 382
Fluid Level Check...................... 380
Fluid Type........................382,408
Shift Indicator........................ 161
Shifting............................. 270
Special Additives...................... 383
Axle Fluid.......................320,378,408
Axle Lubrication.....................320,378
Ball Joints............................. 367
Battery............................... 364
Emergency Starting..................... 344
Bearings.............................. 383
Belts, Drive............................ 360
Belts, Seat.............................. 36
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 369
B-Pillar Location........................ 291
440 INDEX