DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual

  Model 286 (2WD)  6.8 Pts. (3.2L) 


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Front Axle  Model 216  6.8 Pts. (3.6L) 

Lubricant 
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 Model 248  7.6 Pts. (3.6L) 

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LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS
LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
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Engine Oil Ambient Temperature Above 10F SAE 15W-40 

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Ambient Temperature Less Than  SAE 10W-30 

0F (-18C) To Over 30F(-1C) 


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Ambient Temperature Less Than  With Block Heater: 

-10F(-23C) Up To 0F (-18C) SAE 10W-30 

  Without Block Heater: 

  SAE 5W-30 

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Engine  All  50/50 Mixture Of 

Coolant   Distilled Water & 

  Ethylene Glycol 

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Brake Fluid  All  DOT 3 

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Automatic  All  ATF+2 Type 7176 

Transmission   

Fluid   

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Transfer Case All  ATF+2 Type 7176 

Fluid   Or DEXRON III ATF 

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Manual  All 75W-90 Synthc. API GL4 

Transmission   

Fluid   

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Steering  All  Mopar Multi-Mileage 

Linkage   Lubricant 

Lubricant   

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Wheel Bearing All High Temperature Multi-

Grease   -Purporse EP Grease 

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Rear Axle  All Mopar Hypoid Lubricant 

Lubricant   SAE 80W-90 

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2)   GL-5 Gear Lube 

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4x4 Front  All Mopar Hypoid Lubricant 

Axle   SAE 80W-90 

Lubricant   GL-5 Gear Lube 

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Power  All  Mopar Power Steering 

 Steering   Fluid Or Equivalant 

Fluid (
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Clutch  All  Multipurpose Grease 

Linkage   NLGI Grade 2 E.P. 

Lubricant   

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A/C  All  R-134a 

Refrigerant   

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A/C  All  Polyalkalene Glycol 

Refrigerant   SP10 PAG 

Oil   Refrigerant Oil 

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trucks. Use only API approved oil with Starburst Symbol. 

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2) - Axles with Limited-Slip Differentials require the use of 

a 5% Friction Modifier, such as Mopar Gear Oil Additive 

Friction Modifier. 

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3) - Never add gear oil, automatic transmission fluid or 

hydroboost power steering fluid. 
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FLUID CAPACITIES
FLUID CAPACITIES TABLE
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Engine Oil  Capacity, Upper Safe Mark  10 Qts. (9.5L) 


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 Capacity, Lower Safe Mark  8 Qts. (7.5L) 

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Engine  Drained  26 Qts. (24.5L) 

Coolant   

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Automatic  46RE: Dry Fill  17 Qts. (16L) 

Transmission 
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Fluid  47RE: Dry Fill  17 Qts. (16L) 

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Manual  NV4500  4 Qts. (3.8L) 

Transmission   

Fluid   

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Rear Axle  DANA 70 Model 267 (2WD)  7 Pts. (3.3L) 

Lubricant 
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 DANA 70 Model 267 (4WD)  7.8 Pts. (3.6L) 


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 DANA 80 Model 286 (2WD)  6.8.Pts. (3.2L) 


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 DANA 80 Model 286 (4WD)  10.1 Pts. (4.8L) 

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Rear Axle  Model 267 (2WD)  7 Pts. (3.3L) 

Limited Slip 
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Differential  Model 267 (4WD)  7.8 Pts. (3.6L) 


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 Model 286 (2WD)  6.8 Pts. (3.2L) 


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 Model 286 (4WD)  10.1 Pts. (4.8L) 

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Front Axle  Model 248  7.6 Pts. (3.6L) 

 Lubricant   

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Transfer Case NV241 HD  6.5 Pts. (3.1L) 

Fluid   

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Power Take  NV021  4.6 Pts. (2.1L) 

Off Adapter   

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Power  Drained  2.7 Pts. (1.3L) 

Steering   

Fluid   

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A/C  Charge Capacity  32 Oz. (.9Kg) 

Refrigerant   

  

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Refrigerant  A/C System Capacity  7.75 Oz. (230ML) 

Oil   

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Fuel Tank  Capacity  35 Gal. (132L) 

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MISCELLANEOUS NOTES
* Once a month, check tire pressure and look for unusual wear
or damage.
* Once a month, inspect battery and clean and tighten
terminals as required.
* Once a month, check fluid levels of coolant reservoir,
brake master cylinder, power steering & transmission.
Add fluids as required.
* Once a month, check all lights and all other electrical items
for correct operation
* Once a month, drain water from fuel filter.
* Once a month, check Filter Minder.
* Once a month, inspect and clean wiper blades as required.


SC HED ULE D S ER VIC ES - S EVER E S ER VIC E ( G AS)

1 999 D odge P ic ku p R 1500
1997-99 MAINTENANCE
Chrysler Maintenance & Service Intervals
Gasoline Engines
Severe Service/Light Duty Trucks
DODGE; RAM PICKUP 1500: 3.9L VIN [X]
DODGE; RAM PICKUP 1500/2500: 5.2L VIN [Y]
DODGE; RAM PICKUP 1500/2500: 5.2L VIN [T]
DODGE; RAM PICKUP 1500/2500: 5.9L VIN [Z]
* READ THIS FIRST *
Before preforming maintenance on vehicle, ensure that all
cautions and warnings have been observed to prevent vehicle damage or
personal injury. See CAUTIONS & WARNINGS in MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
article in this section.
Introduction
The frequency of scheduled inspection and maintenance
services in this article are based on Severe Duty vehicle usage ONLY.
Severe Duty vehicle usage is defined as any one of the following
conditions:
* Frequent short driving less than 5 Miles (8 16 Km).
* Frequent driving in dusty conditions.
* Frequent trailer towing.
* Extensive idling.
* More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds
during hot weather, above 90
F (32C).
If none of these conditions apply, this Severe service
schedule article is excessive. DO NOT USE. Instead, use the Normal
service schedule: See appropriate
SCHEDULED SERVICE - NORMAL SERVICE (GAS) article.
3,000 MILE (5,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
3,000 MILE (5,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
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 Engine Coolant Level, Hoses & Clamps 

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SERVICE 

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 Rotate Tires 


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 Lubricate Steering Linkage 

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REPLACE 

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 Engine Oil 


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 (1)  8.0L: Change oil filter at every oil change. 

5.9L: If mileage is less than 6,000 miles (9,600 Km) Yearly, 

replace the oil filter at every oil change. 

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Material  Condition  Specification 

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Engine Oil Ambient Temperature Above 0 F SAE 10W-30 

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Ambient Temperature Less Than  SAE 5W-30 

-20F (-29C) Up To 32F (0C) 

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Engine  All  50/50 Mixture Of 

Coolant   Distilled Water & 

  Ethylene Glycol 

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Brake Fluid  All  DOT 3 

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Steering  All  Mopar Multi-Mileage 

Linkage   Lubricant 

Lubricant   

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trucks. Use only API approved oil with Starburst Symbol. 

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Engine Oil  5.9L: Drained, W/New Filter  5 Qts. (4.7L) 


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 8.0L: Drained, W/New Filter  5 Qts. (4.7L) 


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 5.9L: Drained  4.5 Qts. (4.2L) 

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Engine  5.9L: Drained  20 Qts. (19L) 

Coolant 
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 8.0L: Drained  24 Qts. (22.7L) 

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6,000 MILE (10,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
6,000 MILE (10,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
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 Exhaust System 


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 Engine Coolant Level, Hoses & Clamps 

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SERVICE 

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REPLACE 

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(
1)  8.0L: Change oil filter at every oil change. 

5.9L: If mileage is less than 6,000 miles (9,600 Km) Yearly, 

replace the oil filter at every oil change. 

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Engine Oil Ambient Temperature Above 0 F SAE 10W-30 

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Ambient Temperature Less Than  SAE 5W-30 

-20F (-29C) Up To 32F (0C) 

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Engine  All  50/50 Mixture Of 

Coolant   Distilled Water & 

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Brake Fluid  All  DOT 3 

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Steering  All  Mopar Multi-Mileage 

Linkage   Lubricant 

Lubricant   

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trucks. Use only API approved oil with Starburst Symbol. 

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Engine Oil  5.9L: Drained, W/New Filter  5 Qts. (4.7L) 


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 8.0L: Drained, W/New Filter  5 Qts. (4.7L) 


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 5.9L: Drained  4.5 Qts. (4.2L) 

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Engine  5.9L: Drained  20 Qts. (19L) 

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 8.0L: Drained  24 Qts. (22.7L) 

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9,000 MILE (14,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
9,000 MILE (14,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
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INSPECT 

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 Exhaust System 


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 SERVICE 

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REPLACE 

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5.9L: If mileage is less than 6,000 miles (9,600 Km) Yearly, 

replace the oil filter at every oil change. 

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Engine Oil Ambient Temperature Above 0 F SAE 10W-30 

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Ambient Temperature Less Than  SAE 5W-30 

-20F (-29C) Up To 32F (0C) 

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Engine  All  50/50 Mixture Of 

Coolant   Distilled Water & 

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Brake Fluid  All  DOT 3 

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Steering  All  Mopar Multi-Mileage 

Linkage   Lubricant 

Lubricant   

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Engine Oil  5.9L: Drained, W/New Filter  5 Qts. (4.7L) 


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 8.0L: Drained, W/New Filter  5 Qts. (4.7L) 


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 5.9L: Drained  4.5 Qts. (4.2L) 

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Engine  5.9L: Drained  20 Qts. (19L) 

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12,000 MILE (19,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
12,000 MILE (19,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
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 Exhaust System 


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SERVICE 

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REPLACE 

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5.9L: If mileage is less than 6,000 miles (9,600 Km) Yearly, 

replace the oil filter at every oil change. 

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LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS 

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Engine Oil Ambient Temperature Above 0 F SAE 10W-30 

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Ambient Temperature Less Than  SAE 5W-30 

-20F (-29C) Up To 32F (0C) 

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Engine  All  50/50 Mixture Of 

Coolant   Distilled Water & 

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Brake Fluid  All  DOT 3 

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Steering  All  Mopar Multi-Mileage 

Linkage   Lubricant 

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Automatic  All  ATF+2 Type 7176 

Transmission   

Fluid   

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Rear Axle  All Mopar Hypoid Lubricant 

Lubricant   SAE 80W-90 

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4x4 Front  All Mopar Hypoid Lubricant 

Axle   SAE 80W-90 

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1) - SAE 10W-30 engine oil is preferred. Use only API approved 

oil with Starburst Symbol. 

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a 5% Friction Modifier, such as Mopar Gear Oil Additive 

Friction Modifier. 

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Engine Oil  5.9L: Drained, W/New Filter  5 Qts. (4.7L) 


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 8.0L: Drained, W/New Filter  5 Qts. (4.7L) 


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 5.9L: Drained  4.5 Qts. (4.2L) 

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Engine  5.9L: Drained  20 Qts. (19L) 

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Automatic  46RE: Dry Fill  1726 Pts. (812.3L) 

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Fluid  47RE: Dry Fill  1733 Pts. (815.6L) 

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Rear Axle  9-1/4: Drained  4.8 Pts. (2.3L) 

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 Model 248 (2WD)  6.3 Pts. (3L) 


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 Model 248 (4WD)  7.3 Pts. (3.4L) 


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 Model 267 (2WD)  7 Pts. (3.3L) 


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 Model 267 (4WD)  7.8 Pts. (3.6L) 


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 Model 286 (2WD)  6.8.Pts. (3.2L) 


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 Model 286 (4WD)  10.1 Pts. (4.8L) 

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Rear Axle  Model 248 (2WD)  6.3 Pts. (3L) 

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 Model 267 (2WD)  7 Pts. (3.3L) 


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 Model 267 (4WD)  7.8 Pts. (3.6L) 


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 Model 286 (2WD)  6.8 Pts. (3.2L) 


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 Model 286 (4WD)  10.1 Pts. (4.8L) 

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15,000 MILE (24,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
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5.9L: If mileage is less than 6,000 miles (9,600 Km) Yearly, 

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Coolant   Distilled Water & 

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Linkage   Lubricant 

Lubricant   

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