washer fluid Ram 3500 2018 User Guide

Checking Oil Level — Gas Engine
To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the
engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check
the oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
The best time to check the engine oil level is about five
minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Always
maintain the oil level within the SAFE zone on the dipstick.
Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at the bottom
of the SAFE zone will result in a reading at the top of the
safe zone on these engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Adding Washer Fluid
The fluid reservoir is located under the hood and should be
checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir
with windshield washer solvent only (not radiator anti-
freeze). When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take
some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe
the wiper blades clean. This will help blade performance.To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system in
cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This rating
information can be found on most washer fluid containers.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around the
washer solution.
After the engine has warmed up, operate the defroster for
a few minutes to reduce the possibility of smearing or
freezing the fluid on the cold windshield. Windshield
washer solution used with water as directed on the con-
tainer, aids cleaning action, reduces the freezing point to
avoid line clogging, and is not harmful to paint or trim.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic mainte-
nance required.
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The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as Mopar Lock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumulations
of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may
cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use washer
fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a
dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending
on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor perfor-
mance of blades may be present with chattering, marks,
water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions are
present, clean the wiper blades or replace as necessary. The wiper blades and wiper arms should be inspected
periodically, not just when wiper performance problems
are experienced. This inspection should include the follow-
ing points:
•
Wear Or Uneven Edges
• Foreign Material
• Hardening Or Cracking
• Deformation Or Fatigue
If a wiper blade or wiper arm is damaged, replace the
affected wiper arm or blade with a new unit. Do not
attempt to repair a wiper arm or blade that is damaged.
Wiper Blade Removal/Installation
CAUTION!
Do not allow the wiper arm to spring back against the
glass without the wiper blade in place or the glass may
be damaged.
1. Lift the wiper arm to raise the wiper blade off of the glass, until the wiper arm is in the full up position.
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Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)Programming HomeLink .............115,117,118
Unleaded Gasoline ........................ .596
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................229
Utility Rails, Rear Cargo Area ..................151
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............593
Vehicle Loading ........................414, 565
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................7
Vehicle Storage ........................ .105, 584
Viscosity, Engine Oil .....................529, 530
Voice Recognition System (VR) .................656
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . .194
Warnings And Cautions .......................7
Warranty Information .......................679
Washers, Windshield ..................... .84, 526
Washing Vehicle .......................... .585
Water Driving Through ........................ .442Wheel And Wheel Trim
..................... .578
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..................578
Wheel Cover ............................. .501
Winch ................................. .376
Accessories ............................ .380
Operation ............................. .381
Rigging Techniques .......................391
Usage .................................376
Wind Buffeting ........................ .109, 111
Window Fogging .......................... .105
Windows ............................... .107
Power ............................... .107
Reset Auto-Up ..........................108
Windshield Defroster ........................280
Windshield Washers ...................83, 84, 526
Fluid ...............................83, 526
Windshield Wiper Blades .....................542
Windshield Wipers ..........................83
Wiper Blade Replacement .....................542
W ipers,

Intermittent .........................84
Wipers, Rain Sensitive ........................85
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