maintenance Ram 1500 2015 Service Manual

Maintenance Chart
Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,00030,00040,00050,00060,00070,00080,00090,000100,000110,000120,000130,000140,000150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,00048,00064,00080,00096,000112,000128,000144,000160,000176,000192,000208,000224,000240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV/Universal joints. XXXXX
Inspect front suspension, tie rodends, and replace if necessary.XXX X X X X
Inspect the front and rear axlesurfaces. If gear oil leakage issuspected, check the fluid level.If using your vehicle for police,taxi, fleet, off-road or frequenttrailer towing, change axle fluid.
XXX X X X X8
MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 831

Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,00030,00040,00050,00060,00070,00080,00090,000100,000110,000120,000130,000140,000150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,00048,00064,00080,00096,000112,000128,000144,000160,000176,000192,000208,000224,000240,000
Inspect the brake linings, replaceas necessary.XXX X X X X
Adjust parking brake as necessary.XXX X X X X
Inspect transfer case fluid.XXX
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter.XXXXX
Replace spark plugs(3.6L engine).**X
Replace spark plugs(5.7L engine).**X
Replace spark plugs(6.4L engine).**X
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES
832 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,00030,00040,00050,00060,00070,00080,00090,000100,000110,000120,000130,000140,000150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,00048,00064,00080,00096,000112,000128,000144,000160,000176,000192,000208,000224,000240,000
Flush and replace the enginecoolant at 10 years or 150,000miles (240,000 km) whichevercomes first.
XX
Change automatic transmissionfluid and filter(s) (six-speed auto-matic only), if using your vehiclefor police, taxi, fleet, or frequenttrailer towing.
X
Change automatic transmissionfluid and filter(s) (six-speed auto-matic only).X
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 833

Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,00030,00040,00050,00060,00070,00080,00090,000100,000110,000120,000130,000140,000150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,00048,00064,00080,00096,000112,000128,000144,000160,000176,000192,000208,000224,000240,000
Inspect the transfer case fluid,change for any of the following:police, taxi, fleet, or frequenttrailer towing.
XX
Change the transfer case fluid. X
Inspect and replace PCV valve ifnecessary.X
** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only,
yearly intervals do not apply.8
MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES
834 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

WARNING!
•You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only 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 me-
chanic.
•Failure to properly inspect and maintain your ve-
hicle could result in a component malfunction and
effect vehicle handling and performance. This
could cause an accident.
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 835

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE
Prepare For The Appointment
If you are 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 dealer 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 the vehicle to an
authorized dealer. They know your vehicle the best, and
are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality
service. The manufacturer’s authorized dealer have the
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 839

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............776
Adding Fuel.............................643
Additives, Fuel...........................637
Adjustable Pedals.........................185
Air bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Air Bag
Advance Front Air Bag....................68
Air bag Operation.......................70
Air Bag Warning Light....................79
Enhanced Accident Response................78
Event Data Recorder (EDR).................82
Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
If A Deployment Occurs...................77
Knee Impact Bolsters.....................71
Maintaining Your Air Bag System............81
Side Air Bags...........................72
Air bag Deployment........................67
Air bag Light.............................79
Air bag Maintenance........................81
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .759
Air Conditioner Maintenance.................765
Air Conditioning..........................400
Air Conditioning Controls...................400
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips..............419
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.................765
Air Conditioning System....................400
Air Pressure, Tires.........................610
Air Suspension...........................516
Alarm Light.............................294
Alarm, Panic.............................28
Alarm (Security Alarm)......................21
Alarm System (Security Alarm)................21
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..................776
Disposal..............................778
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................581
Anti-Lock Warning Light....................289
Appearance Care.........................790
848 INDEX

Automatic............................410
Cold Weather Operation....................451
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance..............397
Compact Spare Tire........................615
Console, Overhead........................212
Contract, Service..........................841
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)...........778
Cooling System...........................774
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...............776
Coolant Capacity.......................819
Coolant Level..........................775
Disposal of Used Coolant.................778
Drain, Flush, and Refill...................775
Inspection............................779
Points to Remember.....................781
Pressure Cap..........................778
Radiator Cap..........................778
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).............776
Corrosion Protection.......................790
Cupholders.............................234
Customer Assistance.......................839
Customer Programmable Features.............375
Data Recorder, Event.......................82
Daytime Running Lights....................168
Dealer Service............................754
Defroster, Rear Window.....................245
Defroster, Windshield......................116
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers..................179
Differential, Limited-Slip....................551
Dipsticks
Power Steering.........................577
Disabled Vehicle Towing....................740
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................778
Door Locks
Door Locks............................37
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3710
INDEX 851

Remote...............................37
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................37
Door Locks, Automatic......................40
Door Opener, Garage.......................214
Driving
Off-Pavement..........................533
Off-Road.............................533
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water................................553
Dual Rear Wheels.........................624
E-85 Fuel...............................639
Electrical Power Outlets.....................227
Electric Rear Window Defrost.................245
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case.............498
Electronic Brake Control System...............581
Anti-Lock Brake System..................581
Brake Assist System.....................583
Traction Control System...................583
Electronic Range Select (ERS).................468
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........186
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..............587
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)......210
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . .302
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Setup Menu...........................302
EVIC Messages.........................302
Selectable Menu Items....................317
Emergency Brake.........................578
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck................734
Hazard Warning Flasher..................685
Jump Starting..........................729
Tow Hooks............................735
Emission Control System Maintenance..........752
Engine.................................749
Air Cleaner...........................759
Block Heater..........................458
852 INDEX

Break-In Recommendations................113
Compartment..........................748
Compartment Identification................748
Coolant (Antifreeze).....................821
Exhaust Gas Caution.....................115
Flooded, Starting.......................451
Fuel Requirements......................634
Jump Starting..........................729
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..755
Oil Filler Cap..........................757
Oil Selection...........................756
Oil Synthetic..........................758
Overheating...........................685
Engine Oil Viscosity.......................757
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart...................757
Enhanced Accident Response Feature............78
Entry System, Illuminated....................23
Ethanol................................636
Event Data Recorder........................82
Exhaust Gas Caution.......................115
Exhaust System...........................115
Exterior Lighting..........................166
Exterior Lights...........................118
Filters
Air Cleaner...........................759
Engine Oil............................758
Engine Oil Disposal.....................758
Flashers
Turn Signal............................118
Flat Tire Stowage.........................702
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range.........................642
Engine Oil............................641
Fuel Requirements......................639
Maintenance...........................643
Replacement Parts.......................642
Starting..............................64210
INDEX 853