torque DODGE RAM 2500 POWER WAGON 2008 3.G User Guide

CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turers recommended fluid may cause deterioration in
transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Using a transmission fluid other than the
manufacturers recommended fluid will result in
more frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct
fluid type.
Automatic Transmission Fluid and Filter Change
To obtain best performance and long life for automatic
transmissions, the manufacturer recommends that they
be given regular maintenance service by an Authorized
Dodge Dealer or Service Center.It is important that proper lubricant is used in the
transmission. Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts for correct fluid type.
The fluid and filter(s) should be changed as specified in
the Maintenance Schedule (Section 8).
NOTE:If the transmission is disassembled for any
reason, the fluid and filter(s) should be changed.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-
dition of any additives to the transmission. Exception to
this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting
fluid leaks. The use of transmission sealers should be
avoided, since they may adversely affect seals.
438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Snow Tires........................... 345
Spare Tire........................... 392
Spinning............................ 340
Tread Wear Indicators................... 341
Wheel Mounting....................... 393
Wheel Nut Torque..................... 396
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 372
Torque Converter Clutch.................. 267
Tow Hooks, Emergency................... 402
Towing............................... 367
Disabled Vehicle....................... 403
Guide.............................. 372
Recreational.......................... 384
Weight.............................. 372
Traction.............................. 276
Trailer Towing.......................... 367
Cooling System Tips.................... 381
Hitches............................. 371
Minimum Requirements................. 373Mirrors...........................92,381
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 372
Wiring.............................. 377
Trailer Towing Guide..................... 372
Trailer Weight.......................... 372
Transaxle
Automatic............................ 13
Manual.............................. 14
Transfer Case........................... 435
Fluid............................... 466
Transmission
Automatic........................262,436
Fluid............................... 466
Maintenance.......................435,436
Manual........................258,268,435
Shifting............................. 262
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) . . 150
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 341
Trip Computer.......................... 143
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Trip Odometer.......................182,189
Turn Signals...................133,179,453,457
UConnectŸ (Hands-Free Phone).............. 93
Underhood Fuses........................ 447
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 482
Universal Transmitter..................... 150
Variance, Compass....................... 148
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 7
Vehicle Loading......................332,364
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage......................... 452
Voltmeter............................. 179
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster
Description)........................... 179
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 479Washers, Windshield..................136,424
Washing Vehicle......................... 443
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 343
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 445
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 445
Wheel Changing........................ 392
Wheel Flares............................ 86
Wheel Mounting........................ 393
Wheel Nut Torque....................396,398
Wheels................................ 87
Winch..............................85,302
Accessories.......................... 306
Operation........................... 307
Rigging Techniques..................... 318
Usage.............................. 302
Wind Buffeting.......................34,159
Window Fogging........................ 249
Windows.............................. 32
Power............................... 32
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