coolant Ram 2500 2011 Owner's Guide

•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transmission and add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
NOTE:** Vehicles built with the 4.7L engine are
equipped with sixteen spark plugs. One set is located on
the top of the engine under the coils and the second set is
located on the side of the engine.
The spark plugs located under the coils are a standard
plug and must be changed every 48,000 miles
(78 000 km).
The spark plugs located on the side of the engine are a
premium plug and must be changed every 96,000 miles
(156 000 km).
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72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or
54 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before
72,000 miles (117 000 km).
❏Lube the front drive shaft fitting
(2500/3500 (4x4) models only).
❏Inspect the CV joints.
❏Inspect exhaust system.
❏Inspect the front and rear axle fluid,
change if using your vehicle for police,
taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer
towing.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before
80,000 miles (130 000 km).
❏If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the
engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.
❏Lube the front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).
❏Flush and replace the engine coolant if not done at 104,000 miles (169 000 km).
❏Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.
❏Inspect 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.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
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104,000 Miles (169,000 km) or
78 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before
104,000 miles (169 000 km).
❏Lube the front drive shaft fitting
(2500/3500 (4x4) models only).
❏Flush and replace the engine coolant if
not done at 60 months.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
112,000 Miles (182,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before
112,000 miles (182 000 km).
❏If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the
engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.
❏Lube the front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).
❏Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.
❏Inspect 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.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 585

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 535
Adding Fuel........................... 444
Adjustable Pedals....................... 133
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 526
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 528
Air Conditioning........................ 286
Air Conditioning Controls................. 286
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 297
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............528,529
Air Conditioning System.............286,290,528
Air Pressure, Tires....................412,418
Airbag..............................54,63
Airbag Deployment....................... 64
Airbag Light.....................62,67,84,220
Airbag Maintenance....................... 66
Airbag, Side..........................61,63
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)...........57,61,63
Alarm Light........................... 210
Alarm, Panic............................ 24Alarm (Security Alarm).................... 18
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 267
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..............535,569
Disposal............................ 537
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 390
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 221
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 18
Anti-Theft System........................ 18
Appearance Care........................ 546
Ashtray............................... 163
Auto Down Power Windows................ 35
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 94
Automatic Headlights.................... 123
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 290
Automatic Transmission................... 311
Adding Fluid......................... 544
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 545
602 INDEX

Power Steering........................ 386
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 536
Car Washes............................ 547
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............83,440
Cargo Light............................ 126
Cellular Phone.......................100,285
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 564
Center Lap Belts......................... 48
Center Seat Storage Compartment............ 171
Certification Label....................... 446
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 403
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light).............219,520
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............. 82
Checks, Safety........................... 82
Child Restraint........................68,69
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............73,76
Child Seat............................69,75
Cigar Lighter........................... 163Cleaning
Wheels............................. 548
Climate Control......................... 285
Clock.............................246,256
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 285
Compass.............................. 236
Compass Calibration..................... 237
Compass Variance....................... 237
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 233
Connector
UCI .............................270,276
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)......270,276
Conserving Fuel......................231,233
Console, Overhead....................... 149
Contract, Service........................ 595
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 536
Cooling System......................... 534
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 535
Coolant Capacity...................... 569
604 INDEX

Coolant Level......................534,537
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 537
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 534
Inspection........................... 537
Points to Remember.................... 538
Pressure Cap......................... 536
Radiator Cap......................... 536
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......535,569,571
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 135
Cupholders............................ 166
Customer Assistance..................... 593
Data Recorder, Event...................... 67
Daytime Running Lights................... 127
Dealer Service.......................... 522
Defroster, Rear Window................... 176
Defroster, Windshield................84,288,294
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 130
Differential, Limited-Slip.................. 360Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 544
Power Steering........................ 386
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 508
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 537
Door Locks............................. 29
Door Opener, Garage..................... 151
Driving
Off-Pavement......................... 343
Off-Road............................ 343
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water........................ 362
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy.... 231
Dual Rear Wheels.....................423,498
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™).... 282
E-85 Fuel............................. 440
Electric Rear Window Defrost............... 176
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Electrical Power Outlets................... 160
Electronic Brake Control System............. 390
Anti-Lock Brake System................. 390
Brake Assist System.................... 392
Electronic Stability Program............... 396
Traction Control System................. 391
Electronic Range Select (ERS)............... 316
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 135
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 396
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC).............................147,223
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case........327,334
Emergency Brake........................ 387
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 505
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 482
Jump Starting......................... 501
Tow Hooks.......................... 507
Emission Control System Maintenance......520,574Engine..........................516,517,518
Air Cleaner.......................... 526
Block Heater......................... 307
Break-In Recommendations................ 81
Compartment Identification.........516,517,518
Coolant (Antifreeze).................... 571
Exhaust Gas Caution..................83,440
Flooded, Starting...................... 306
Fuel Requirements..................... 569
Jump Starting......................... 501
Multi-Displacement.................... 387
Oil ...........................523,569,571
Oil Filler Cap......................... 524
Oil Selection.......................524,569
Oil Synthetic......................... 525
Temperature Gauge.................... 206
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 64
Ethanol............................... 437
Event Data Recorder...................... 67
606 INDEX

Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................... 446
Gauge.............................. 206
Light............................... 214
Methanol............................ 437
Octane Rating......................435,571
Requirements......................435,569
Saver Mode.......................231,233
Tank Capacity........................ 569
Fuel, Flexible.............See Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Fuel Optimizer......................... 231
Fuel Saver............................. 231
Fuel System Caution..................... 445
Fuses................................ 552
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 151
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)...............446,519
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 435
Conserving........................231,233
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 436Gauges
Coolant Temperature................... 206
Fuel............................... 206
Oil Pressure.......................... 210
Speedometer......................... 207
Tachometer.......................... 206
Voltmeter............................ 215
Gear Ranges........................ 311,319
General Information..................18,25,435
Glass Cleaning.......................... 550
Grocery Bag Retainer..................... 175
Gross Axle Weight Rating.................. 449
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 449
Guide, Body Builders...................... 6
GVWR............................... 446
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect™)............. 100
608 INDEX

Phone, Cellular......................... 100
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™)............. 100
Pickup Box............................ 180
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 407
Power
Door Locks........................... 30
Mirrors.............................. 96
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).......160,164
Seats............................... 101
Sliding Rear Window................... 177
Steering..........................385,386
Sunroof............................. 157
Windows............................. 34
Power Steering Fluid..................... 572
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 53
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................ 51
Programmable Electronic Features............ 238Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 20
Radial Ply Tires......................... 414
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......534,536
Radio Operation........................ 285
Ramp Travel Index....................... 343
Rear Axle (Differential).................... 541
Rear Cargo Area Utility Rails............... 191
Rear Park Sense System................... 138
Rear Seat, Folding..................... 110,111
Rear Window Features.................... 176
Rear Window, Sliding..................... 177
Reclining Front Seats..................... 108
Reclining Rear Seats...................... 110
Recorder, Event Data...................... 67
Recreational Towing...................... 471
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N)....474,476
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) . . 475,479
614 INDEX

Seats..............................100,109
Adjustment.......................... 100
Child............................... 71
Folding Floor......................... 177
Heated............................. 103
Memory............................. 116
Power.............................. 101
Rear Folding....................... 110,111
Reclining............................ 108
Reclining Rear........................ 110
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)................ 18
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)..........535,571
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 16
Sentry Key Programming................... 17
Sentry Key Replacement................... 17
Service Assistance....................... 593
Service Contract......................... 595
Service Manuals........................ 597
Setting the Clock.....................246,256Settings, Personal........................ 238
Shifting............................... 308
Automatic Transmission............... 311,316
Transfer Case......................... 326
Transfer Case, Shifting into Transfer
Case Neutral (N)....................474,476
Transfer Case, Shifting out of Transfer
Case Neutral (N)....................475,479
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage.............. 48
Shoulder Belts........................... 40
Signals, Turn......................86,128,206
Sliding Rear Window
Power.............................. 177
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 418
Snow Plow............................ 466
Snow Tires............................ 420
Spare Tire............................. 414
Spark Plugs............................ 571
Speed Control (Cruise Control).............. 135
616 INDEX