DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL 2008 3.G Owners Manual

(Miles) (45,000) (52,500) (60,000) (67,500) (75,000)
Kilometers 72 000 84 000 97 000 109 000 121 000
[Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60]
Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary. X X
Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. X X
Inspect front wheel bearings. X
Replace Crankcase Ventilation Filter (CCV).X
Clean EGR Valve**.X
Clean EGR Cooler**.X
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(Miles) (82,500) (90,000) (97,500) (100,000) (105,000)
Kilometers 133 000 145 000 157 000 160 000 169 000
[Months] [66] [72] [78] [84]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4). X X X X
Rotate tires. X X X X
Lubricate outer tie rod ends. X X X X
Flush and replace engine coolant, if not replaced at
60 mos.***X
Inspect the transfer case fluid (4X4). X
Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). X X
Inspect drive belt, replace as required.* X X
Replace fuel filter element. X X
Inspect front wheel bearings. X
Inspect brake linings. X X
Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. X X
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(Miles) (112,500) (120,000) (127,50) (135,000) (142,500) (150,000)
Kilometers 181 000 193 000 205 0000 217 000 229 000 241 000
[Months] [90] [96] [102] [108] [114] [120]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X XXXXX
Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4). X XXXXX
Rotate tires. X XXXXX
Lubricate outer tie rod ends. X XXXXX
Flush and replace engine coolant at 120 months,
if not replaced at 100,000 miles (161 000 km).***X
Inspect drive belt, replace as required.* X X X
Change transfer case fluid (4X4). X
Check transfer case fluid level (4X4).X
Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). X X X
Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter. X X
Change manual transmission fluid. X
Replace fuel filter element. X X X
Inspect front wheel bearings. X X
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(Miles) (112,500) (120,000) (127,50) (135,000) (142,500) (150,000)
Kilometers 181 000 193 000 205 0000 217 000 229 000 241 000
[Months] [90] [96] [102] [108] [114] [120]
Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary. X X
Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. X X
Adjust valve lash clearance.X
Replace Crankcase Ventilation Filter (CCV).X
Clean the EGR Valve.X
Clean the EGR Cooler.X
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
*This maintenance is not required if belt was previously
replaced.**The EGR Valve and EGR Cooler maintenance will be
covered by the manufacturer only at this maintenance
interval, for vehicles registered in California, Maine,
Massachusetts, New York and Vermont.
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CAUTION!
***The manufacturer highly recommends that all
cooling system service, maintenance, and repairs be
performed by your local authorized dealer.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you
have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you
have any doubt about your ability to perform a service
job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
CONTENTS
mSuggestions For Obtaining Service For Your
Vehicle..............................497
NPrepare For The Appointment............497
NPrepare A List........................497
NBe Reasonable With Requests.............497
mIf You Need Assistance...................497
NDaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation
Customer Center......................498
NDaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. Customer
Center.............................498NIn Mexico Contact.....................498
NCustomer Assistance For The Hearing Or
Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY).............499
NService Contract......................499
mWarranty Information (U.S. Vehicles Only).....500
mMopartParts.........................500
mReporting Safety Defects..................500
NIn The 50 United States And Washington,
D.C................................500
NIn Canada..........................501
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mPublication Order Forms..................501
mDepartment Of Transportation Uniform Tire
Quality Grades........................503
NTreadwear..........................503NTraction Grades......................503
NTemperature Grades...................504
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SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE
Prepare For The Appointment
If you're having warranty work done, be sure to have the
right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All
work to be performed may not be covered by the
warranty. Discuss additional charges with the service
manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle's
service history. This can often provide a clue to the
current problem.
Prepare A List
Make a written list of your vehicle's problems or the
specific work you want done. If you've had an accident
or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the
service advisor know.
Be Reasonable With Requests
If you list a number of items and you must have your
vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with
the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental
vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it
is advisable to make these arrangements when you call
for an appointment.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
The manufacturer and its authorized dealers are vitally
interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy
with our products and services.
Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer.
We strongly recommend that you take your vehicle to
your authorized selling dealer. They know you and your
vehicle best, and are most concerned that you get prompt
and high quality service. The manufacturer's authorized
dealers have the facilities, factory-trained technicians,
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special tools, and the latest information to ensure your
vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner.
This is why you should always talk to your authorized
dealer's service manager first. Most matters can be re-
solved with this process.
²If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the
general manager or owner of the authorized dealer-
ship. They want to know if you need assistance.
²If your authorized dealership is unable to resolve the
concern, you may contact the Manufacturer's Cus-
tomer Center.
Any communication to the Manufacturer's Customer
Center should include the following information:
²Owner's name and address
²Owner's telephone number (home and office)
²Authorized dealership name
²Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
²Vehicle delivery date and mileage
DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer
Center
P.O. Box 21±8004
Auburn Hills, MI 48321±8004
Phone: (800) 992-1997
DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center
P.O. Box 1621
Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6
Phone: (800) 465±2001
In Mexico contact:
Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240
Sante Fe C.P. 05109
Mexico, D. F.
In Mexico: (915) 729±1248 or 729±1240
Outside Mexico: (525) 729±1248 or 729±1240
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