transmission oil Ram 3500 Chassis Cab 2019 Owner's Manual
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DRIVING TIPS................................................................... 363
Driving On Slippery Surfaces ................................... 363
Driving Through Water ............................................. 364
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ............................. 366
ASSIST AND SOS SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .............. 366
BULB REPLACEMENT .................................................. 371
Replacement Bulbs ..................................................... 371
Replacing Exterior Bulbs ............................................ 373
FUSES.................................................................................. 380
Power Distribution Center ......................................... 381
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING .......................... 390
4500/5500 Models ....................................................... 391
Preparations For Jacking ............................................ 391
Jacking Instructions 4500 And 5500 Series............... 392
To Stow The Flat Or Spare — If Equipped .......... 396
Hub Caps/Wheel Covers — If Equipped .............. 397
JUMP STARTING ............................................................ 398
Preparations For Jump Start ...................................... 399
Jump Starting Procedure ............................................ 400
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .................................. 401
GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE — 6–SPEED
TRANSMISSION .............................................................. 402
MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8–SPEED
TRANSMISSION ...............................................................403
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ......................................405
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...............................406
Two-Wheel Drive Models .......................................... 407
Four-Wheel Drive Models .......................................... 408
Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped....................408
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) ...............................................................409
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)................................. 409
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ............................................410
Maintenance Plan ........................................................411
Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle ...............................414
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .......................................... 415
6.4L Engine ..................................................................415
Checking Oil Level — Gas Engine ...........................416
Adding Washer Fluid ................................................416
Maintenance-Free Battery .......................................... 417
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DEALER SERVICE ........................................................... 417
Engine Oil — Gas Engine .......................................... 418
Engine Oil Filter ......................................................... 419
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ......................................... 420
Air Conditioner Maintenance ................................. 421
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ................................ 426
Body Lubrication ....................................................... 428
Windshield Wiper Blades ......................................... 428
Exhaust System ........................................................... 431
Cooling System ........................................................... 433
Brake System ............................................................... 438
Automatic Transmission ............................................ 439
Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid
Level .......................................................................... 442
Transfer Case ............................................................... 444
HOISTING ......................................................................... 444
TIRES .................................................................................. 444
Tire Safety Information ............................................ 444
Tires — General Information ................................... 454
Tire Types ..................................................................... 460
Spare Tires — If Equipped ..................................... 461
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ................................. 464
Tire Chains (Traction Devices) ................................. 465
Tire Rotation Recommendations ............................... 466
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES ...............................................468
Treadwear .....................................................................469
Traction Grades............................................................ 469
Temperature Grades ................................................... 469
STORING THE VEHICLE .............................................470
BODYWORK ......................................................................470
Protection From Atmospheric Agents ....................470
Body And Underbody Maintenance .........................471
Preserving The Bodywork .......................................... 471
INTERIORS .......................................................................472
Seats And Fabric Parts ................................................472
Plastic And Coated Parts ............................................473
Leather Parts.................................................................474
Glass Surfaces ..............................................................474
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
IDENTIFICATION DATA ...............................................475
Vehicle Identification Number ................................. 475
BRAKE SYSTEM ...............................................................476
Hydraulic Brake Assist ...............................................476
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .....476
Torque Specifications ................................................477
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132 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Vehicle Info
Push and release the up or down arrow button until the
Vehicle Info menu item is highlighted in the instrument
cluster display. Push and release the right arrow button to
enter the submenus items of Vehicle Info. Follow the direc -
tional prompts to access or reset any of the following Vehicle
Info submenu items:
• Tire Pressure
• Coolant Temperature — If Equipped
• Transmission Temperature — If Equipped
• Oil Temperature — If Equipped
• Oil Pressure
• Exhaust Brake — If Equipped
• Turbo Boost — If Equipped
• Diesel Particulate Filter — If Equipped
• Oil Life
• Fuel Filter Life — If Equipped
• Battery Voltage
• Gauge Summary — If Equipped
• Engine Hours Driver Assist — If Equipped
The Driver Assist menu displays the status of the ACC
system.
Push and release the
up or down arrow button until the
Driver Assist menu is displayed in the instrument cluster
display.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Feature
The instrument cluster display displays the current ACC
system settings. The information displayed depends on ACC
system status.
Push the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) on/off button
(located on the steering wheel) until one of the following
displays in the instrument cluster display:
Adaptive Cruise Control Off
When ACC is deactivated, the display will read “Adaptive
Cruise Control Off.”
Adaptive Cruise Control Ready
When ACC is activated but the vehicle speed setting has not
been selected, the display will read “Adaptive Cruise
Control Ready.”
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• Transmission Temperature — If Equipped
• Oil Life — If Equipped
• Exhaust Brake — If Equipped
• Turbo Boost — If Equipped
• Fuel Filter Life — If Equipped
Upper Center
• None
• Compass
• Outside Temp
• Time
• Range To Empty
• Average MPG
• Current MPG
• Trip A Distance
• Trip B Distance
• Trailer Trip
• Audio
• Speedometer (Default Setting)
• Menu TitleUpper Right
• None
• Compass — If Equipped
• Outside Temp (Default Setting) — If Equipped
• Time
• Range To Empty
• Average MPG
• Current MPG
• Trip A Distance
• Trip B Distance
• Trailer Trip — If Equipped
• Trailer Brake — If Equipped
• Oil Pressure — If Equipped
• Coolant Temperature — If Equipped
• Oil Temperature — If Equipped
• Battery Voltage — If Equipped
• Transmission Temperature — If Equipped
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• Oil Life — If Equipped
• Exhaust Brake — If Equipped
• Turbo Boost — If Equipped
• Fuel Filter Life — If Equipped
Left Side — If Equipped
• None
• Range
• Average MPG
• Menu Icon (Default Setting)
• Coolant Temperature
• Oil Temperature
• Transmission Temperature
• Oil Life
• Fuel Filter Life — If EquippedRight Side — If Equipped
• None
• Range (Default Setting)
• Average MPG
• Menu Icon
• Coolant Temperature
• Oil Temperature
• Transmission Temperature
• Oil Life
• Fuel Filter Life — If Equipped
Lower Left — If Equipped
• None
• Compass
• Outside Temp
• Time
• Range To Empty
• Average MPG
• Current MPG
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138 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
• Trip A Distance
• Trip B Distance
• Trailer Trip
• Trailer Brake
• Oil Pressure
• Coolant Temperature
• Oil Temperature
• Battery Voltage (Default Setting)
• Transmission Temperature
• Oil Life
• Exhaust Brake — If Equipped
• Turbo Boost — If Equipped
• Fuel Filter Life — If Equipped
Lower Right — If Equipped
• None
• Compass
• Outside Temp
• Time
• Range To Empty• Average MPG
• Current MPG
• Trip A Distance
• Trip B Distance
• Trailer Trip
• Trailer Brake
• Oil Pressure (Default Setting)
• Coolant Temperature
• Oil Temperature
• Battery Voltage
• Transmission Temperature
• Oil Life
• Exhaust Brake — If Equipped
• Turbo Boost — If Equipped
• Fuel Filter Life — If Equipped
Restore Defaults
• Cancel (Default Setting)
• Ok
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148 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
— Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped
This light will flash at a fast rate for approximately 15
seconds when the vehicle security alarm is arming, and then
will flash slowly until the vehicle is disarmed.
— Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
This warning light warns of an overheated engine condition.
If the engine coolant temperature is too high, this indicator
will illuminate and a single chime will sound. If the tempera -
ture reaches the upper limit, a continuous chime will sound
for four minutes or until the engine is able to cool: whichever
comes first.
If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and stop
the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the
transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the
temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the
engine off immediately and call for service.
Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “In Case Of Emer -
gency” for further information. — Battery Charge Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when the battery is not
charging properly. If it stays on while the engine is running,
there may be a malfunction with the charging system.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
This indicates a possible problem with the electrical system
or a related component.
— Oil Pressure Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to indicate low engine oil
pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle,
shut off the engine as soon as possible, and contact an autho -
rized dealer. A chime will sound when this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. This
light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine. The
engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
— Oil Temperature Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to indicate the engine oil
temperature is high. If the light turns on while driving, stop
the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. Wait
for oil temperature to return to normal levels.
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— Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to indicate a problem with
the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a problem is
detected while the vehicle is running, the light will either
stay on or flash depending on the nature of the problem.
Cycle the ignition when the vehicle is safely and completely
stopped and the transmission is placed in the PARK position.
The light should turn off. If the light remains on with the
vehicle running, your vehicle will usually be drivable;
however, see an authorized dealer for service as soon as
possible.
NOTE:
This light may turn on if the accelerator and brake pedals are
pressed at the same time.
If the light continues to flash when the vehicle is running,
immediate service is required and you may experience
reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle, or engine
stall and your vehicle may require towing. The light will
come on when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or
ACC/ON/RUN position and remain on briefly as a bulb
check. If the light does not come on during starting, have the
system checked by an authorized dealer. — Trailer Brake Disconnected Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when the Trailer Brake has
been disconnected.
— Transmission Temperature Warning Light — If
Equipped
This warning light will illuminate to warn of a high transmis -
sion fluid temperature. This may occur with strenuous usage
such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, stop the vehicle
and run the engine at idle or slightly faster, with the trans -
mission in PARK or NEUTRAL, until the light turns off.
Once the light turns off, you may continue to drive normally.
WARNING!
If you continue operating the vehicle when the
Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illuminated
you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in contact
with hot engine or exhaust components and cause a fire.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission Temperature
Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause severe
transmission damage or transmission failure.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 251
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits
quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a stan-
dard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded,
three-wire extension cord.
Gasoline Engine Only
The engine block heater cord is routed through the grille by
the right front tow hook.
It includes a removable cap that is secured by a tethered
strap. It also has a c-clip that is used for storage when not in
use for the Winter months. During Winter months, remove
the heater cord wiring assembly from itself on the c-clip.
The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one hour
to have an adequate warming effect on the engine.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and
drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After
the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or
90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri -
mental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes
should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions
under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recom -
mended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Fluids And
Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications”.
WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the engine block heater cord
before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical
cord could cause electrocution.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in
the engine or damage may result.
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252 STARTING AND OPERATING
NOTE:
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be
considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted
as a problem. Please check your oil level with the engine oil
indicator often during the break in period. Add oil as
required.
PARKING BRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake
is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave the transmission in
PARK.
The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower
left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the park brake,
firmly push the park brake pedal fully. To release the
parking brake, pull the parking brake release handle.Parking Brake Release
When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch
ON, the “Brake Warning Light” in the instrument cluster
will illuminate.
NOTE:
• When the parking brake is applied and the transmission is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If
vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound to alert the
driver. Fully release the parking brake before attempting
to move the vehicle.
• This light only shows that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree of brake application.