automatic transmission fluid Ram 3500 Chassis Cab 2018 User Guide

Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifica-
tions” for further information.
WARNING!
•Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid.
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical
Specifications” for further information. Using the
wrong type of brake fluid can severely damage your
brake system and/or impair its performance. The
proper type of brake fluid for your vehicle is also
identified on the original factory installed hydraulic
master cylinder reservoir.
• To avoid contamination from foreign matter or mois-
ture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been
in a tightly closed container. Keep the master cylin-
der reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake fluid in
a open container absorbs moisture from the air
resulting in a lower boiling point. This may cause it
to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged brak-
ing, resulting in sudden brake failure. This could
result in a collision.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing the
brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also damage
painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be taken to
avoid its contact with these surfaces.
• Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
Automatic Transmission
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer ’s specified transmission fluid. Refer
to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications”. It
is important to maintain the transmission fluid at the
correct level using the recommended fluid. No chemical
flushes should be used in any transmission; only the
approved lubricant should be used.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 387

CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufactur-
er ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in
transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and
filter changes. Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in
“Technical Specifications” for fluid specifications.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using any
special additives in the transmission. Automatic Transmis-
sion Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and its perfor-
mance may be impaired by supplemental additives. There-
fore, do not add any fluid additives to the transmission.
The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes
for diagnosing fluid leaks. Avoid using transmission seal-
ers as they may adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level when the engine is fully warmed up
and the transmission fluid is at normal operating tempera-
ture. Driving with an improper fluid level will greatly
reduce the life of the transmission and of the fluid. Check
the fluid level whenever the vehicle is serviced.
Fluid Level Check — Procedure
It is best to check the fluid level when the transmission is at
normal operating temperature (170-180°F / 77-82°C for 66RFE
transmission, or 158–176°F / 70–80°C for AS66RC transmis-
sion). This normally occurs after at least 15 miles (25 km) of
driving. At normal operating temperature the fluid cannot be
held comfortably between the fingertips. You can read the
transmission sump temperature in the instrument cluster dis-
play (refer toInstrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To
Know Your Instrument Panel” for further information).
Use the following procedure to check the transmission
fluid level properly:
1. Monitor the transmission temperature using the instru- ment cluster display, and operate the vehicle as required
to reach the normal operating temperature. If the trans-
mission is not functioning properly, or the vehicle
cannot be driven, see the NOTE and CAUTION below
about checking the fluid level at colder temperatures.
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission (6.4L Engine with 66RFE Trans-
mission) (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 Trans-
mission) 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). Limited slip additive is not required for Limited-Slip
Rear Axles.
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 accept-
able.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use Mopar Power Steering Fluid +4,
Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 435

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).............383
Adding Fuel ............................. .287
Additives, Fuel ........................ .288, 428
Adjust Down .............................. .45, 46
Forward ............................ .44, 46
Rearward ........................... .44, 46
Up ................................ .45, 46
Adjustable Pedals ...........................57
Air Bag Air Bag Operation ....................... .196
Air Bag Warning Light .....................193
Enhanced Accident Response .............203, 353
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................353
If A Deployment Occurs ....................201
Knee Impact Bolsters ..................... .197
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............203
Transporting Pets ....................... .230
Air Bag Light ...................... .147, 193, 232
Air Bag Maintenance ....................... .203
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......366
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................369
Air Conditioning ............................80
Air Conditioning Filter ....................94, 370
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ................93Air Conditioning Refrigerant
...............369, 370
Air Conditioning System ...................92, 369
Air Filter ............................... .366
Air Pressure, Tires ......................... .403
Alarm, Panic ...............................22
Alarm (Security Alarm) ....................33, 148
Alarm System (Security Alarm) .................33
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ................7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...................382
Capacities ............................. .432
Disposal .............................. .385
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................160
Anti-Lock Warning Light .....................153
Ashtray ................................ .123
Assist,

Hill Start .......................... .162
Audio Systems (Radio) ...................... .439
Auto Down Power Windows ...................96
Automatic Door Locks ........................39
Automatic Headlights ........................70
Automatic High Beams .......................69
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ............92
Automatic Transmission Adding Fluid .......................... .389
Fluid And Filter Changes ...................390
Fluid Level Check .....................387, 388
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Exterior Lights......................... .67, 234
Filters Air Cleaner ............................ .366
Air Conditioning ..................... .94, 370
Engine Fuel ........................... .433
Engine Oil ......................... .366, 433
Engine Oil Disposal ...................... .366
Flashers Turn Signal ...................... .73, 155, 234
Flash-To-Pass ..............................70
Flat Tire Stowage .......................... .342
Flooded Engine Starting ..................... .241
Fluid, Brake ............................. .435
Fluid Capacities ........................... .432
Fluid Leaks .............................. .234
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ....................388
Brake ................................ .386
Power Steering ......................... .267
Fluids And Lubricants ...................... .433
Fog Lights ......................... .72, 154, 326
Fold Flat Load Floor ........................113
Folding Rear Seat ...........................41
Four-Way Hazard Flasher .....................318 Four Wheel Drive
......................... .255
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .348
Front Axle (Differential) ..................... .390
Fuel ................................... .428
Adding .............................. .287
Additives .......................... .288, 428
Clean Air ............................. .428
Ethanol .............................. .429
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ..................... .288
Filter ................................ .433
Gasoline .............................. .428
Light ................................ .153
Materials Added ..................... .288, 428
Methanol ............................. .429
Octane

Rating .......................... .428
Requirements .......................... .428
Tank Capacity .......................... .432
Fuses .................................. .329
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ............99, 105
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) .....................288
Gasoline, Clean Air ........................ .428
Gasoline, Reformulated ..................... .428
Gear Ranges ............................. .247
Gear Select Lever Override ....................347
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Passing................................70
Seat Belt Reminder ...................... .147
Security Alarm ......................... .148
Service ............................... .323
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ..........152, 172
Traction Control ........................ .168
Transfer Case .......................... .258
Turn Signal ....................73, 155, 234, 324
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . .148, 155
Limited-Slip Differential ..................263, 391
Loading Vehicle ........................... .288
Tires................................. .398
Load Shed Battery Saver Mode ...................... .145
Battery Saver On ........................ .145
Electrical Load Reduction ...................145
Intelligent Battery Sensor ...................145
Locks Automatic Door ..........................39
Child Protection ..........................40
Power Door .............................36
Low Tire Pressure System .....................172
Lubrication, Body ......................... .376
Lug Nuts ............................ .341, 425Maintenance Free Battery
.....................363
Maintenance Schedule ...................... .357
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . . .150, 157
Manual, Service ........................... .508
Manual Transmission Fluid Level Check ....................... .391
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) .................41
Memory Seat ........................... .41, 47
Memory Seats And Radio .....................41
Methanol ............................... .429
Mirrors ..................................59
Electric Powered ..........................62
Heated .................................65
Memory ................................47
Outside ................................61
Rearview ........................ .59, 60, 318
Trailer Towing ...........................65
Modifications/Alterations,
Vehicle................7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ..................172
Mopar Parts ............................. .507
Multi-Function Control Lever ...................69
Navigation System (Uconnect GPS) ..............284
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................242
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INDEX 517

Load Capacity...................... .398, 399
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) .............172
Pressure Warning Light ....................152
Quality Grading ........................ .416
Radial ............................... .404
Replacement ........................... .406
Rotation .............................. .414
Safety ............................ .392, 401
Sizes ................................ .394
Snow Tires ............................ .408
Spare Tire ...................... .409, 410, 411
Spinning .............................. .405
Trailer Towing .......................... .299
Tread Wear Indicators .....................405
Wheel Nut Torque ....................341, 425
Tire Safety Information ...................... .392
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .................297
To Open Hood .............................98
Torque Converter Clutch .....................254
Towing ............................. .290, 350
Disabled Vehicle ........................ .350
Guide ................................ .297
Recreational ........................... .309
Weight ............................... .297
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ............309Traction
................................ .314
Traction Control .......................... .165
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ....................169
Trailer Towing ............................ .290
Cooling System Tips ..................... .306
Hitches ............................... .296
Minimum Requirements ....................298
Mirrors ................................65
Tips ................................. .305
Trailer And Tongue Weight ..................297
W

iring ............................... .304
Trailer Towing Guide ....................... .297
Trailer Weight ............................ .297
Transfer Case ............................ .391
Electronically Shifted ..................... .259
Fluid ................................ .435
Transmission Automatic ......................... .247, 387
Fluid ................................ .435
Maintenance ........................... .387
Shifting .............................. .245
Transporting Pets ......................... .230
Tread Wear Indicators ...................... .405
Turn Signals ....................... .73, 155, 324
522 INDEX