transmission oil Ram 1500 2013 Get to Know Guide 

Maintenance Chart – Diesel Engine
Miles:
7,500 15,000 22,500 30,000 37,500 45,000 52,500 60,000 67,500 75,000 82,500 90,000 97,500
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
12,000 24,000 36,000 48,000 60,000 72,000 84,000 96,000 108,000 120,000 132,000 144,000 156,000
Rotate the tires. X XXXXXXXXXXXX
Lubricate front drive shaft fitting (4x4). X XXXXXXXXXXXX
Lubricate outer tie rod ends. X XXXXXXXXXXXX
Replace engine fuel filter element. XXXXXX
Replace chassis mounted fuel filter element. XXXXXX
Inspect the brake linings. XXXX
Inspect and adjust parking brake. XXXX
Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces. If gear oil
leakage is suspected, check the fluid level. If using
your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or
frequent trailer towing change the axle fluid. XXXXXX
Inspect drive belt; replace as required. XXXX
Check the transfer case fluid (4x4). XX
Change the transfer case fluid (4x4). XInspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot
seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage,
wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if
necessary.
XXXXXX
Inspect wheel bearings. XXX
Change automatic transmission fluid (AS69RC
transmission only). XXX
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
175

AdjustablePedals ...........24
Airbag..................14
Air Conditioning.....34,35,36,37
Air Suspension .............32
Alarm (Security Alarm) .........13
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . .132
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) ................13
Automatic Headlights .........27
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ............36
Automatic Transmission FluidType ............162
AxleFluid...............162
Back-Up Camera ............38
Battery Charging System Light .....132
Belts, Seat ...............13
Brake Fluid ..............162
Brake System WarningLight ..........132
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle .............25
BulbReplacement ..........183
Calibration,Compass .........98
CargoLight...............27
ChangeOilIndicator.........133
Charging System Light ........132
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .132
Child Restraint .............15
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ....15
Climate Control ........34,35,36
Compass Calibration ..........98
Cooling System Coolant Capacity .........162
Crankcase Emission Control System ................27
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ....28
CruiseLight...............28
Customer Assistance .........184
Customer Programmable Features . .99 Defects, Reporting
..........185
Defroster, Rear Window ......34,35
Defroster, Windshield .......34,35
DimmerControl.............27
Disarming, Theft System .......13
Driver Cockpit ..............6
Electronic Range Select (ERS). .30, 31
Electronics Your Vehicle's Sound System . . .42
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...........28
Electronic Throttle Control WarningLight ...........133
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ............98
Emergency, In Case of Overheating ............134
Engine BlockHeater ...........120
Break-In
Recommendations .....25,120
Compartment ...........157
Malfunction Indicator
(CheckEngine) ..........132
Oil Selection ...........162
Overheating ............134
Starting ...............12
Stopping ..............12
Event Data Recorder .........155
Exhaust Brake .............121
Exterior Lights .............183
FlatTireStowage...........146
Fluid Capacities ............162
Fluids .................162
FogLights................27
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .......154
Front Heated Seats ...........22
Fuel Specifications ..........162
Fuse ..................178
Fuses..................178
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®). .101
INDEX
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