oil filter Ram 1500 2016 Owner's Manual

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L..........788
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L..........789
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L..........790
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) . . .791
▫Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message............791
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS..........................792
REPLACEMENT PARTS..................793
DEALER SERVICE......................794
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES...........794▫Engine Oil..........................795
▫Engine Oil Filter......................799
▫Engine Air Cleaner Filter................799
▫Accessory Drive Belt Inspection...........803
▫Maintenance-Free Battery...............804
▫Air Conditioner Maintenance.............805
▫Front Driveshaft Lubrication — 2500/3500
(Four-Wheel Drive Models Only)..........807
▫Body Lubrication.....................807
▫Windshield Wiper Blades...............808
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L
1 — Air Cleaner Filter
2 — Engine Oil Dipstick
3 — Engine Oil Fill
4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir
5 — Battery6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir
7 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
8 — Coolant Pressure Cap
9 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 788 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L
1 — Air Cleaner Filter 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir
2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick (6-Speed Trans Only) 8 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
3 — Engine Oil Fill 9 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (2500/3500 Models Only)
4 — Engine Oil Dipstick 10 — Coolant Pressure Cap
5 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 11 — Engine Coolant Reservoir
6 — Battery
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 789

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L
1 — Coolant Pressure Bottle 6 — Battery
2 — Transmission Dipstick 7 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Washer Solvent
4 — Engine Oil Dipstick 9 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
5 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 — Air Cleaner Filter 790 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

NOTE:For 2500/3500 trucks with a 5.7L engine operat-
ing under a gross combined weight rating of 14,000 lbs (6
350 kg) or greater, SAE 5W-30 meeting FCA Material
Standard MS-6395 engine oil is recommended for all
operating temperatures.
Engine Oil Viscosity — 6.4L Engine
Use MOPAR SAE 0W-40 engine oil approved to FCA
Material Standard MS-12633 such as Pennzoil Ultra
equivalent is recommended for all operating tempera-
tures.
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 the “Engine Com-
partment” in this section.
Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
Synthetic Engine Oils
You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom-
mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom-
mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes
are followed.
Synthetic engine oils which do not have both the engine
oil certification mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade
number should not be used.
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and
oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters,
indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the
environment. Contact your authorized dealer, service
station or governmental agency for advice on how and
where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in
your area.
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Engine Oil Filter
The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter
at every engine oil change.
Engine Oil Filter Selection
This manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil
filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality
of replacement filters varies considerably. Only high
quality filters should be used to assure most efficient
service. MOPAR engine oil filters are a high quality oil
filter and are recommended.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in the “Mainte-
nance Schedules” section for the proper maintenance
intervals.
WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can
provide a measure of protection in the case of engine
backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air
cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary
for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is
near the engine compartment before starting the
vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner,
hoses, etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters
varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be
used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air
cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recom-
mended.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 799

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
6.4L Engines (We recommend you use SAE 0W-40 engine oil meeting
the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS-12633 for use in all op-
erating temperatures.)7 Quarts 6.6 Liters
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 861

Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR brand Engine Oil
Filters.
Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR Spark Plugs.
Fuel Selection – 3.6L Engine 87 Octane, 0-15% Ethanol.
Fuel Selection – 3.6L Flex Fuel (E-85) Engine – If
Equipped87 Octane, Up To 85% Ethanol.
Fuel Selection – 5.7L/6.4L Engines 89 Octane Recommended - 87 Octane Acceptable, 0-15%
Ethanol.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 865

Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for required maintenance.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
•Rotate the tires.Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
•Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
•Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick.
•Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses.
•Inspect exhaust system.
•Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
•Lube the front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4)
models only).
872 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Emergency, In Case Of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck................775
Hazard Warning Flasher..................725
Jump Starting..........................770
Tow Hooks............................776
Emission Control System Maintenance..........792
Engine..............................789, 790
Air Cleaner...........................799
Block Heater..........................486
Break-In Recommendations................116
Compartment..........................788
Compartment Identification.........788, 789, 790
Coolant (Antifreeze).....................863
Exhaust Gas Caution.................118,679
Flooded, Starting.......................480
Fuel Requirements...................674, 861
Jump Starting..........................770
Oil ...........................795, 861, 863
Oil Filler Cap.......................797, 798Oil Filter.............................799
Oil Selection.......................796, 861
Oil Synthetic..........................798
Overheating...........................725
Engine Oil Viscosity....................797, 798
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart...................797
Enhanced Accident Response Feature............80
Entry System, Illuminated....................24
Ethanol.............................676, 680
Event Data Recorder........................83
Exhaust Gas Caution....................118,679
Exhaust System.......................118,812
Exterior Lighting..........................173
Exterior Lights...........................121
Filters
Air Cleaner...........................799
Engine Oil.........................799, 863
Engine Oil Disposal.....................798
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