automatic transmission fluid Ram 3500 2018 Owner's Manual

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission – Eight-Speed Automatic Use only Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid, or
equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or
performance of your transmission.
Automatic Transmission – Six-Speed Automatic with Gasoline Engine Use only ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4 fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. We recom-
mend Mopar ATF+4 fluid.
Transfer Case We recommend you use Mopar BW44–44 Transfer Case Fluid.
Front Axle – 1500 Four-Wheel Drive Models We recommend you use Mopar GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE
75W-85.
Rear Axle – 1500 Models We recommend you use Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-140
(MS-8985). Limited-Slip Rear Axles require the addition of 5 oz. (148 ml)
Mopar Limited Slip Additive (MS-10111).
Front and Rear Axle – 2500/3500 Models We recommend you use SAE 75W-85 HD Ram GL-5 Synthetic Axle
Lubricant. Limited slip additive is not required for Limited-Slip Rear
Axles.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use Mopar DOT 3. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not
available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir – 2500/3500 Models We recommend you use Mopar Power Steering Fluid +4 or Mopar
ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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CAUTION!
freeze) or any “globally compatible”
coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine
coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into
the cooling system in an emergency, the
cooling system will need to be drained,
flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT cool-
ant (conforming to MS.90032), by an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
CAUTION!
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-basedengine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do
not use additional rust inhibitors or an-
tirust products, as they may not be com-
patible with the radiator engine coolant
and may plug the radiator.
• This vehicle has not been designed for
use with propylene glycol-based engine
CAUTION!
coolant (antifreeze). Use of propylene
glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze)
is not recommended.
Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission (3.0L Diesel, 8-Speed Transmission) Only use Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid or
equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or
performance of your transmission.
Transfer Case We recommend you use Mopar BW44–44 Transfer Case Fluid.
Front Axle – 1500 Four-Wheel Drive Models We recommend you use Mopar GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE
75W-85.
Rear Axle We recommend you use Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-140
(MS-8985). Limited-Slip Rear Axles require the addition of 5 oz. (148 ml)
Mopar Limited Slip Additive (MS-10111).
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use Mopar DOT 3 Brake Fluid, SAE J1703 should be
used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is
acceptable.
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Mopar Diesel Exhaust Fluid (API Certified) (DEF) or equivalent that has been API Certified to the ISO 22241 standard.
Use of fluids not API Certified to ISO 22241 may result in system damage. You can receive assistance in locating DEF
in the United States by calling 866-RAM-INFO (866-726-4636). In Canada call 1–800–465–2001 (English) or
1–800–387–9983 (French).
Chassis
Component
Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped 6.7L Diesel with (Six-Speed
68RFE) – 2500/3500 Pickup models without PTO Only use ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4 fluid
may affect the function or performance of your transmission. We recom-
mend Mopar ATF+4 fluid.
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped 6.7L Diesel with (Six-Speed
AS69RC) – Pickup models with PTO and All Chassis Cab models Only use Mopar ASRC Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Failure
to use the proper fluid may affect the function or performance of your
transmission.
Transfer Case We recommend you use Mopar BW44–44 Transfer Case Fluid.
Front and Rear Axle Fluid (2500/3500) We recommend you use SAE 75W-85 HD Ram GL-5 Synthetic Axle
Lubricant. Limited slip additive is not required for Limited-Slip Rear
Axles.
Front and Rear Axle Fluid (4500/5500) We recommend you use GL-5 SAE 75W-90 Synthetic (MS-9763). Limited
slip additive is not required for Limited-Slip Rear Axles.
Clutch Linkage We recommend you use Mopar Multi-Purpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P.
or equivalent.
Manual Transmission (G-56) – If Equipped We recommend you use Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or
equivalent licensed ATF+4 product.
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Accessories..................287
Mopar ...................287
Adding Fuel ..........181, 182, 186
Additives, Fuel ................182
Adjustable Pedals ...............30
Air Bag Air Bag Operation ............106
Air Bag Warning Light .........104
Enhanced Accident Response .114, 227
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ......227
If A Deployment Occurs ........113
Knee Impact Bolsters .........107
Maintaining Your Air Bag System . .114
Transporting Pets ............133
Air Bag Light ...........76, 104, 135
Air Bag Maintenance ............114
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ...........249, 252
Air Conditioning Filter ............48
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ......48
Air Conditioning System ...........47
Air Filter ...................252
Air Pressure, Tires ..............265
Air Suspension ............170, 172
Alarm, Panic ..................15 Alarm (Security Alarm)
.........18, 77
Alarm System (Security Alarm) .......18
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ........278
Capacities ................279
Anti-Lock Warning Light ...........81
Audio Jack ..................325
Automatic Headlights ............33
Automatic High Beams ...........33
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . .47
Automatic Transmission ..........156
Fluid Type .........282, 284, 286
Shifting ..............158, 160
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode ....................157
Axle Fluid ............282, 284, 286
Back-Up ...................179
Back-Up Camera ..............179
Battery .....................

77
Charging System Light .........77
Belts, Seat ..................134
Body Builders Guide ..............2
B-Pillar Location ..............261
Brake Fluid ..............282, 284 Brake System
Warning Light ...............76
Brake/Transmission Interlock .......156
Bulb Replacement .............202
Bulbs, Light ..............136, 202
Camera ....................179
Camera, Rear ................179
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................279
Capacities, Fluid ...........278, 279
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ...............243
Carbon Monoxide Warning .........134
Cargo Light ...................34
Chart, Tire Sizing ..............258
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety . . . .134
Checks, Safety ................134
Child Restraint ................115
Child Restraints Booster Seats ..............118
Child Restraints .............115
Child Seat Installation .....126, 127
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat
Belt ....................125
INDEX
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Jacking..................211
Life Of Tires ...............267
Load Capacity ..............261
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) . . .88
Pressure Warning Light .........79
Quality Grading .............272
Radial ..................266
Replacement ..............267
Safety ...............257, 264
Sizes ...................258
Snow Tires ................269
Spare Tire .........269, 270, 271
Spinning .................266
Tread Wear Indicators .........267
Wheel Nut Torque ...........276
Tire Safety Information ...........257
To Open Hood .................50
Towing .....................191
Disabled Vehicle ............225
Guide ...................191
Recreational ...............196
Weight ..................191
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome . .196
Trailer Towing ................191
Minimum Requirements .......191
Trailer Towing Guide ............191
Trailer Weight ................191 Transfer Case
Electronically Shifted . .162, 164, 166,
168 Fluid ............282, 284, 286
Transmission .................156
Automatic .........156, 158, 160
Fluid ............282, 284, 286
Shifting .................155
Transporting Pets ..............133
Tread Wear Indicators ............267
Turn Signals .............32, 33, 83
Uconnect 3.0 ................295
Uconnect

(Hands-Free Phone)
Making A Phone Call ......332, 338
Receiving A Call ............332
Uconnect Phone ........332, 337, 338
Uconnect Settings Customer Programmable Features . . .19
Passive Entry Programming .......19
Uconnect Voice Command .....337, 340
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ........272
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ......98
USB Port ...................325
Utility Rails, Rear Cargo Area ........62Vehicle Loading
...............261
Vehicle Storage ................48
Vehicle User Guide ICON Symbol Glossary ..........11
In Vehicle Help ..............11
IVH .....................11
Navigation .................11
Operating Instructions ..........11
Searching User Guide ..........11
Voice Command ...............337
Voice Recognition System (VR) ..............337, 338, 340
Voltmeter ................149, 151
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) .................79
Washers, Windshield .............35
Water Separator, Diesel Fuel . . . .249, 253
Wheel And Wheel Trim ...........271
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ........271
Wheel Cover .................217
Wheel Nut Torque ..............276
Wind Buffeting ................50
Window Fogging ................48
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