brake fluid Ram 3500 Chassis Cab 2016 Owner's Guide

EVIC/DID display (refer to “Electronic Vehicle Informa-
tion Center (EVIC)/Driver Information Display (DID)” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation).
Use the following procedure to check the transmission
fluid level properly:
1. Monitor the transmission temperature using theEVIC/DID display, and operate the vehicle as re-
quired to reach the normal operating temperature. If
the transmission is not functioning properly, or the
vehicle cannot be driven, see the NOTE and CAU-
TION below about checking the fluid level at colder
temperatures.
2. Park the vehicle on level ground.
3. Run the engine at normal idle speed for at least 60 seconds, and leave the engine running for the rest of
this procedure. 4. Fully apply the parking brake and press the brake
pedal.
5. Place the shift lever momentarily into each gear posi- tion (allowing time for the transmission to fully en-
gage in each position), ending with the transmission in
PARK.
6. Wipe the area around the dipstick clean to prevent dirt from entering the transmission.
7. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until seated.
8. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on both sides. The fluid level reading is only valid if there
is a solid coating of oil on both sides of the dipstick.
Note that the holes in the dipstick will be full of fluid
if the actual level is at or above the hole. The fluid level
should be between the “HOT” (upper) reference holes
on the dipstick at normal operating temperature. If the
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fluid level is low, add fluid through the dipstick tube
to bring it to the proper level.Do not overfill.Use
ONLY the specified fluid (see Fluids, Lubricants, and
Genuine Parts for fluid specifications). After adding
any quantity of oil through the dipstick tube, wait a
minimum of two minutes for the oil to fully drain into
the transmission before rechecking the fluid level.
NOTE: If it is necessary to check the transmission below
the operating temperature, the fluid level should be
between the two “COLD” (lower) holes on the dipstick
with the fluid at 60-70°F / 16-21°C for 66RFE transmis-
sion, or 68-86°F / 20-30°C for AS66RC transmission. Only
use the COLD region of the dipstick as a rough reference
when setting the fluid level after a transmission service
or fluid change. Re-check the fluid level, and adjust as
required, once the transmission reaches normal operating
temperature.CAUTION!
If the fluid temperature is below 50°F (10°C) it may
not register on the dipstick. Do not add fluid until
the temperature is elevated enough to produce an
accurate reading. Run the engine at idle, in PARK, to
warm the fluid.
9. Reinsert the dipstick. Check for leaks. Release the parking brake.
NOTE: To prevent dirt and water from entering the
transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make
sure that the dipstick cap is properly reseated. It is
normal for the dipstick cap to spring back slightly from
its fully seated position, as long as its seal remains
engaged in the dipstick tube.
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission (6.4L Engine with
66RFE Transmission) (For Diesel Engine
See Diesel Supplement) Use only ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4
fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission.
We recommend MOPAR ATF+4 fluid.
Automatic Transmission (6.4L Engine with
AS66RC Transmission) Use only 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 (4500/5500) We recommend you use GL-5 SAE 75W-90 Synthetic (MS-9763).
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703. If DOT 3
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR Power Steering Fluid +4, MOPAR
ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and automatic trans-
mission and fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
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.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•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.
• 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. 8
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 627

Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Inspect the brake linings, parking
brake function. XXX X X X X
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. XX X XX
Replace spark plugs.** X
Flush and replace the engine
coolant at 10 years or 150,000
miles (240,000 km) whichever
comes first. XX
Change the automatic transmis-
sion fluid (AS66RC Transmission
Only). XX X
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Disposal............................. .587
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................439
Appearance Care ........................ .597
Ashtray ................................211
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .442
Auto Down Power Windows ..................46
Automatic Door Locks ......................38
Automatic Headlights ..................... .159
Automatic High Beams .....................161
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........363
Automatic Transmission ....................593
Adding Fluid ......................... .595
Fluid And Filter Changes ..................597
Fluid Level Check ...................... .594
Fluid Type ........................ .593, 624
Shifting ............................. .404
Special Additives ...................... .594
Axle Fluid ....................... .591, 592, 624Axle Lubrication
..................... .591, 592
Back-Up Camera ......................... .201
Battery ............................ .242, 572
Charging System Light ...................242
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........29
Belts, Seat ...............................115
Body Builders Guide ........................6
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................576
B-Pillar Location ......................... .462
Brake Assist System ...................... .442
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............438
Brake Fluid ......................... .590, 624
Brake System ........................ .438, 589
Fluid Check .......................... .590
Master Cylinder ....................... .590
Parking ............................. .435
Warning Light ........................ .238
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................404
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Emission Control System Maintenance..........561
Engine ................................ .559
Air Cleaner .......................... .567
Break-In Recommendations .............112,113
Compartment Identification ................559
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................622
Exhaust Gas Caution .................114,498
Flooded, Starting ...................... .399
Fuel Requirements ..................... .494
Jump Starting ......................... .544
Oil ............................. .564, 622
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .566
Oil Filter ............................ .566
Oil Selection .......................... .565
Oil Synthetic ......................... .566
Overheating .......................... .532
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .566
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............78
Entry System, Illuminated ....................23 Ethanol
............................... .495
Event Data Recorder ........................81
Exhaust Gas Caution ....................114,498
Exhaust System .......................114,581
Exterior Lighting ......................... .159
Exterior Lights ...........................117
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .567
Engine Fuel .......................... .622
Engine Oil ........................ .566, 622
Engine Oil Disposal .....................566
Flashers Turn Signal .....................117, 168, 263
Flat Tire Stowage ........................ .544
Flooded Engine Starting ....................399
Fluid, Brake ............................ .624
Fluid Capacities ......................... .621
Fluid Leaks .............................118
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Fluid Level ChecksAutomatic Transmission ..................594
Brake ............................... .590
Power Steering ........................ .434
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ...........622
Fog Lights ....................... .163, 257, 617
Four-Way Hazard Flasher ...................532
Four Wheel Drive ........................ .419
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................549
Front Axle (Differential) .....................591
Fuel .................................. .494
Adding ............................. .498
Additives ............................ .496
Clean Air ............................ .494
Ethanol ............................. .495
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .....................499
Filter ............................... .622
Gasoline ............................. .494
Light ............................... .254Materials Added
....................... .496
Methanol ............................ .495
Octane Rating ......................... .494
Requirements ......................... .494
Tank Capacity ......................... .621
Fuses ................................. .603
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ................499, 560
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................... .494
Gasoline (Fuel) .......................... .494
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................494
Gear Ranges ............................ .405
Gear Select Lever Override ..................551
Glass Cleaning .......................... .602
Grocery Bag Retainer ...................... .222
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...................503
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................502
Guide,

Body Builders ........................6
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Interior Appearance Care....................600
Interior Lights .......................... .165
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............171
Introduction ..............................4
Inverter Outlet (115V) ..................... .212
Jack Location ........................... .536
Jump Starting ........................... .544
Key Fob Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........20
Programming Additional Transmitters .........20
Key-In Reminder ..........................18
Keyless Enter-N-Go ........................41
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors ..............315, 332
Passive Entry ...........................41
Passive Entry Programming ..........41, 315, 332
Keyless Entry System .......................24
Key, Replacement ..........................20 Keys
...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................18
Lane Change And Turn Signals ...............168
Lane Change Assist ....................... .169
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................53
Latches ................................117
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .494
Leaks, Fluid .............................118
Life Of Tires ............................ .477
Light Bulbs ..............................117
Lights ..............................117,157
AirBag ........................78, 115, 237
Automatic Headlights ....................159
Brake Assist Warning ....................449
Brake Warning ........................ .238
Bulb Replacement ....................614, 615
Cap Top Clearance ..................... .619
Cargo .............................. .168
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