oil dipstick DODGE RAM 1500 GAS 2007 3.G Owners Manual

could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance.
These items should be inspected if a malfunction is
observed or suspected.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the
engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. The
best time to check the engine oil level is about 5 minutes
after a fully warmed up engine is shut off or before
starting the engine after it has sat overnight.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Always
maintain the oil level within the SAFE zone on the
dipstick. Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at
the bottom of the SAFE zone will result in a reading at the
top of the safe zone on these engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause
oil aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could dam-
age your engine.
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To check the automatic transmission fluid level properly,
the following procedure must be used:
1. Operate the engine at idle speed and normal operating
temperature.
2. The vehicle must be on level ground.
3. Fully apply the parking brake and press the brake
pedal.
4. Place the gear selector momentarily in each gear
position ending with the lever in P (Park).
5. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until
seated.
6. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on
both sides. The fluid level should be between the “HOT”
(upper) reference holes on the dipstick at normal operat-
ing temperature. Verify that solid coating of oil is seen on
both sides of the dipstick. If the fluid is low, add asrequired into the dipstick tube.Do not overfill.After
adding any quantity of oil through the oil fill tube, wait
a minimum of two (2) minutes for the oil to fully drain
into the transmission before rechecking the fluid level.
NOTE:If it is necessary to check the transmissionbelow
the operating temperature, the fluid level should be
between the two “COLD” (lower) holes on the dipstick
with the fluid at approximately 70°F (21°C) (room tem-
perature). If the fluid level is correctly established at
room temperature, it should be between the “HOT”
(upper) reference holes when the transmission reaches
180°F (82°C). Remember it is best to check the level at the
normal operating temperature.
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Odometer..........................230,235
Trip .............................230,235
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road)............ 337
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement)............ 337
Oil, Engine.........................454,514
Capacity............................ 512
Change Interval....................... 455
Dipstick............................. 454
Disposal............................ 457
Filter............................457,514
Filter Disposal........................ 457
Identification Logo..................... 456
Materials Added to..................... 457
Pressure Gauge....................... 228
Recommendation...................456,512
Synthetic............................ 457
Viscosity..........................456,512
Onboard Diagnostic System..............450,451
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 186Operating Precautions.................... 450
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 122
Overdrive............................. 309
Overdrive OFF Switch.................... 309
Overhead Console....................179,180
Overhead Travel Information Center.......... 180
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).......... 546
Parking Brake.......................... 338
Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch...........54,92
Passing Light........................... 170
Pedals, Adjustable....................... 174
Phone, Cellular......................... 126
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™)............ 126
Pickup Box............................ 213
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 362
Positive Crankcase Valve.................. 461
Power
Distribution Center (Fuses)............... 492
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