automatic transmission Ram 5500 Chassis Cab 2014 Service Manual

▫Cooling System ..................... .461
▫ Brake System ....................... .469
▫ Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid
Level ............................. .471
▫ Transfer Case ....................... .473
▫ Automatic Transmission — Aisin F21-250 HD
Transmission — If Equipped .............474
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion .......................... .477
 FUSES ............................. .484
▫ Power Distribution Center ...............485
 VEHICLE STORAGE ....................494
 REPLACEMENT BULBS .................495 
BULB REPLACEMENT ..................496
▫ Base Quad / Premium Bi-Halogen: Low Beam
Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Front Park
And Turn — If Equipped ...............496
▫ Fog Lamps — If Equipped ..............498
▫ Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) With
Cargo Lamp ........................ .499
▫ Cab Top Clearance Lamps — If Equipped . . . .501
 FLUID CAPACITIES ....................503
 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE
PARTS ............................. .504
▫ Engine ............................ .504
▫ Chassis ........................... .506
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L
1 — Air Cleaner Filter6 — Battery
2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir
3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
4 — Engine Oil Dipstick 9 — Coolant Pressure Cap
5 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 — Engine Coolant Reservoir
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II)
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).” It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
• If the MIL is flashing, while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines
that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly
installed, or damaged, a loose gascap indicator
will display in the EVIC telltale display area.
Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in7
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Automatic Transmission — Aisin F21-250 HD
Transmission — If Equipped
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, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this
section for fluid 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.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
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in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and
filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and
Genuine Parts” in this section for fluid specifica-
tions.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission. Automatic
Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and
its performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-
tives. Therefore, 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 sealers as they may adversely affect seals.
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission (5.7L, and 6.4L En-
gine with 66RFE Transmission) (For Diesel
Engine see Diesel Supplement) We recommend you use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmis-
sion Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4® product. Failure to use
ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or performance of your
transmission.
Automatic Transmission (6.4L Engine with
AS66RC Transmission) We recommend you 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 (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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•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 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.
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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 (5.7L engine).** X
Replace spark plugs (6.4L engine).** X
Flush and replace the engine cool-
ant at 10 years or 150,000 miles
(240,000 km) whichever comes first. XX
Change the automatic transmission
fluid (AS66RC Transmission Only). XX X
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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
Change the automatic transmission
fluid and sump filter (AS66RC Trans-
mission Only). XX
Change the automatic transmission
fluid and filter(s) (66RFE Transmis-
sion Only), if using your vehicle for
police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer
towing. X
Change the automatic transmission
fluid and filter(s) (66RFE transmis-
sion). X
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............463
Adding Fuel ............................ .385
Additives, Fuel .......................... .383
Adjustable Pedals ........................ .166
Airbag ..................................64
Airbag Deployment ........................70
Airbag Light .............................68
Airbag Maintenance ........................71
Airbag, Side ..............................67
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ................67
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .454
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................456
Air Conditioning ......................... .269
Air Conditioning Controls ...................269
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..............288
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................456
Air Conditioning System ....................269
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .357
Alarm Light ............................ .205Alarm, Panic
.............................27
Alarm (Security Alarm) ......................21
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ................21
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................462
Capacities ........................... .503
Disposal ............................. .466
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................333
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................200
Appearance Care ........................ .477
Ashtray ............................... .180
Auto Down Power Windows ..................45
Automatic Door Locks ......................37
Automatic Headlights ..................... .151
Automatic High Beams .....................153
Automatic Transmission ....................474
Adding Fluid ......................... .476
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................477
Fluid Level Check ...................... .475
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Defroster, Rear Window.....................192
Defroster, Windshield ......................112
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................162
Differential, Limited-Slip ....................322
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ..................475
Power Steering ........................ .327
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................438
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................466
Door Locks Door Locks ............................35
KeyFob...............................35
Remote ...............................35
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................35
Door Locks, Automatic ......................37
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .324Dual Rear Wheels
........................ .371
Electrical Power Outlets .....................176
Electric Rear Window Defrost .................192
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case .............316
Electronic Brake Control System ...............333
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................333
Traction Control System ...................334
Electronic Range Select (ERS) .................308
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........169
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............338
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......212
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . .212
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Setup
Menu ............................... .212
EVIC Messages ........................ .212
Emergency Brake ........................ .328
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................435
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