fuel cap Ram 1500 2014 User Guide

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..........690
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L ..........691
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L ..........692
 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) . . .693
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............693
 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ......................... .694
 REPLACEMENT PARTS ..................695
 DEALER SERVICE ..................... .695
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ...........696
▫ Engine Oil ......................... .697
▫ Engine Oil Filter ..................... .700
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ................701
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ...............701
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance .............702
▫ Front Driveshaft Lubrication — 2500/3500
(Four-Wheel Drive Models Only) ..........704
▫ Body Lubrication .....................704
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...............705
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II)
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).” It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
• If the MIL is flashing, while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines
that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly
installed, or damaged, a loose gascap indicator
will display in the EVIC telltale display area.
Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in7
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“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press
the SELECT button to turn off the message. If the
problem continues, the message will appear the next time
the vehicle is started.
A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap
may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing. Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may
notbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, which
you can use prior to going to the test station. To check if
your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must do the
following:
1. Cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not crank or start the engine.
NOTE: If you crank or start the engine, you will have to
start this test over.
2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part
of a normal bulb check.
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Engine Oil Viscosity — 3.6L/5.7L Engines (1500
Models Only)
MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to Chrysler
Material Standard MS-6395 or equivalent Pennzoil® or
Shell Helix® is recommended for all operating tempera-
tures. This engine oil improves low temperature starting
and vehicle fuel economy.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your vehicle. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart-
ment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
NOTE:MOPAR® SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 may be used when
SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available.
Engine Oil Viscosity — 5.7L Engine (2500/3500
Models Only)
MOPAR SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent Pennzoil®
or Shell Helix® is recommended for all operating tem-
peratures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy. The engine oil filler
cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for
your engine. For information on engine oil filler cap
location, refer to “Engine Compartment” in “Maintaining
Your Vehicle” for further information.
NOTE:
• Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil
certification mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade
number should not be used.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 699

FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
1500 Regular Cab Shortbed/Crew Quad Cab Models 26 Gallons 98 Liters
1500 Regular Cab Longbed/Crew Quad Cab Models (Optional) 32 Gallons 121 Liters
2500/3500 Shortbed Models 31 Gallons 117 Liters
2500/3500 Longbed Models 32 Gallons 121 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
3.6L Engine (We recommend you use SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters
5.7L Engines (We recommend you use SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters
5.7L Engine (We recommend you use SAE 5W-30, API Certified), for 2500/3500
trucks operating under a gross combined weight rating greater than 14,000 lbs
(6 350 kg). 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 755

Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........189
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............532
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......210
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . .297
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Setup
Menu ............................... .297
EVIC Messages ........................ .297
Selectable Menu Items ....................323
Emergency Brake ........................ .521
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................675
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................629
Jump Starting ......................... .671
Tow Hooks ........................... .677
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........694
Engine ................................ .691
Air Cleaner .......................... .701
Block Heater ......................... .399
Break-In Recommendations ................119 Compartment
......................... .690
Compartment Identification ................690
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................758
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................121
Flooded, Starting ...................... .393
Fuel Requirements ..................... .577
Jump Starting ......................... .671
Oil................................. .697
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .699
Oil Selection .......................... .698
Oil Synthetic ......................... .700
Overheating .......................... .629
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .699
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................699
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............79
Entry System, Illuminated ....................23
Ethanol ............................... .578
Event Data Recorder ........................82
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................... .121
788 INDEX

Exhaust System.......................... .121
Exterior Lighting ......................... .170
Exterior Lights .......................... .124
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .701
Engine Oil ........................... .700
Engine Oil Disposal .....................700
Flashers Turn Signal .......................... .124
Flat Tire Stowage ........................ .646
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .585
Engine Oil ........................... .585
Fuel Requirements ..................... .582
Maintenance .......................... .586
Replacement Parts ...................... .586
Starting ............................. .585
Flooded Engine Starting ....................393 Fluid, Brake
............................ .760
Fluid Capacities ......................... .755
Fluid Leaks ............................ .124
Fluid Level Checks Brake ............................... .717
Power Steering ........................ .520
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........758
Fog Lights ............................. .174
Fold Flat Load Floor ...................... .246
Four-Way Hazard Flasher ...................629
Four Wheel Drive ........................ .436
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................675
Front Axle (Differential) .....................719
Fuel .................................. .577
Adding ............................. .586
Additives ............................ .580
Clean Air ............................ .578
Ethanol ............................. .578
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .....................588
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Gasoline............................. .577
Materials Added ....................... .580
Methanol ............................ .578
Octane Rating ......................... .577
Requirements ......................... .577
Tank Capacity ......................... .755
Fuel, Flexible ........................... .582
Fuel System Caution ...................... .587
Fuses ................................. .733
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ............214
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...................588
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................... .578
Gasoline (Fuel) .......................... .577
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................578
Gauges Speedometer ......................... .289
Tachometer ........................... .284
Gear Ranges ............................ .413Gear Select Lever Override
..................678
General Information ........................33
Glass Cleaning .......................... .730
Grocery Bag Retainer ...................... .244
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...................592
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................591
Guide, Body Builders ........................6
GVWR ................................ .589
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Stand-
ing Water ............................ .494
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................629
Headlights ............................. .745
Automatic ........................... .170
Cleaning ............................ .729
High Beam ........................... .180
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch .........180
Passing ............................. .180
790 INDEX

Manual TransmissionFluid Level Check ...................... .720
Lubricant Selection ..................... .760
Memory Seat ........................... .162
Methanol .............................. .578
Mirrors ............................... .132
Electric Powered ....................... .142
Heated .............................. .144
Memory ............................. .162
Outside ............................. .139
Rearview ............................ .132
Trailer Towing ........................ .146
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................567
Mopar Parts ............................ .695
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .578
Multi-Function Control Lever .................179
Navigation System (Uconnect® gps) ............210New Vehicle Break-In Period
.................119
Occupant Restraints ........................50
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ..................72
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................577
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road) ..............474
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement) ..............474
Oil, Engine ............................. .697
Capacity ............................ .755
Change Interval ....................... .698
Dipstick ............................. .697
Disposal ............................. .700
Filter ............................... .700
Filter Disposal ........................ .700
Identification Logo ..................... .698
Recommendation ...................... .698
Synthetic ............................ .700
Viscosity ............................ .699
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .700
794 INDEX