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

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Ambient Temperature Less Than  With Block Heater: 

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

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Engine  All  50/50 Mixture Of 

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Brake Fluid  All  DOT 3 

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Steering  All  Mopar Multi-Mileage 

Linkage   Lubricant 

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Engine Oil  Capacity, Upper Safe Mark  10 Qts. (9.5L) 


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Engine  Drained  26 Qts. (24.5L) 

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105,000 MILE (175,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
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REPLACE 

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 Engine Oil 


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Material  Condition  Specification 

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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: 

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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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Engine Oil  Capacity, Upper Safe Mark  10 Qts. (9.5L) 


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 Engine  Drained  26 Qts. (24.5L) 

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108,000 MILE (180,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
108,000 MILE (180,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
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INSPECT 

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 Exhaust System 


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 Water Pump Weep Hole For Blockage 

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SERVICE 

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 Lubricate Steering Linkage 


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 Clean Fuel Strainer 

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REPLACE 

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 Automatic Transmission Fluid & Filter 


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 Rear Axle Fluid 


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 Front Axle Fluid (4x4) 


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 Transfer Case Fluid 


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 Engine Coolant 


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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) 

Limited Slip 
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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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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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Transfer Case NV241  5 Pts. (2.7L) 

Fluid 
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 NV241 HD  6.5 Pts. (3.5L) 


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 NV241 HD W/PTO  9 Pts. (4.9L) 

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111,000 MILE (185,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
111,000 MILE (185,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
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INSPECT 

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 Exhaust System 


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SERVICE 

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 Lubricate Steering Linkage 

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REPLACE 

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 Engine Oil 


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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 & 

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Brake Fluid  All  DOT 3 

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Steering  All  Mopar Multi-Mileage 

Linkage   Lubricant 

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FLUID CAPACITIES 

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Item  Condition  Specification (1) 

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Engine Oil  Capacity, Upper Safe Mark  10 Qts. (9.5L) 


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Engine  Drained  26 Qts. (24.5L) 

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114,000 MILE (190,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
114,000 MILE (190,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
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INSPECT 

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 Exhaust System 


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SERVICE 

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  Rotate Tires 


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 Lubricate Steering Linkage 


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 Clean Fuel Strainer 

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REPLACE 

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

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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 

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Engine  All  50/50 Mixture Of 

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Brake Fluid  All  DOT 3 

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Steering  All  Mopar Multi-Mileage 

Linkage   Lubricant 

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Engine  Drained  26 Qts. (24.5L) 

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117,000 MILE (185,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
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REPLACE 

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Material  Condition  Specification 

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

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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: 

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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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FLUID CAPACITIES 

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Item  Condition  Specification (1) 

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Engine Oil  Capacity, Upper Safe Mark  10 Qts. (9.5L) 


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Engine  Drained  26 Qts. (24.5L) 

Coolant   

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120,000 MILE (199,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
120,000 MILE (199,000 KM) SEVERE DUTY SERVICE
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Last Major Service Was Performed. 

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INSPECT 

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 Exhaust System 


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 Brake Hoses 


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 Engine Coolant Level, Hoses & Clamps 


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 Brake Linings 


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 Water Pump Weep Hole For Blockage 

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SERVICE 

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 Rotate Tires 


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 Lubricate Steering Linkage 


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 Automatic Transmission Bands 


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 Clean Fuel Strainer 

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REPLACE 

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 Automatic Transmission Fluid & Filter 


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 Rear Axle Fluid 


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

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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 

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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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SERVICE 

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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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-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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Linkage   Lubricant 

Lubricant   

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1) - SAE 10W-30 engine oil is preferred for use in all Dodge 

trucks. Use only API approved oil with Starburst Symbol. 

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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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SERVICE 

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