maintenance Ram 5500 Chassis Cab 2015 Service Manual

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 transmis-
sion fluid and filter(s) (66RFE
transmission). X
Inspect the transfer case fluid,
change for any of the following:
police, taxi, fleet, or frequent
trailer towing. XX X X X
Change the transfer case fluid. X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if
necessary. X
** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only,
yearly intervals do not apply.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 565

WARNING!
•You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you
have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent me-
chanic.
• Failure to properly inspect and maintain your ve-
hicle could result in a component malfunction and
effect vehicle handling and performance. This
could cause an accident.
566 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE
Prepare For The Appointment
If you are having warranty work done, be sure to have
the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All
work to be performed may not be covered by the
warranty. Discuss additional charges with the service
manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s
service history. This can often provide a clue to the
current problem.
Prepare A List
Make a written list of your vehicle’s problems or the
specific work you want done. If you’ve had an accident
or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the
service advisor know.
Be Reasonable With Requests
If you list a number of items and you must have your
vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with
the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental
vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it
is advisable to make these arrangements when you call
for an appointment.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are vitally
interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy
with our products and services.
Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer.
We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an
authorized dealer. They know your vehicle the best, and
are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality
service. The manufacturer’s authorized dealer have the
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 569

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............515
Adding Fuel ............................ .426
Additives, Fuel .......................... .424
Adjustable Pedals ........................ .167
Airbag.................................64
Air Bag Advance Front Air Bag ....................65
Air bag Operation .......................67
Air Bag Warning Light ....................71
Enhanced Accident Response ................70
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................74
FrontAirBag...........................64
If A Deployment Occurs ...................69
Knee Impact Bolsters .....................68
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ............73
Air bag Deployment ........................64
Air bag Light .............................71
Air bag Maintenance ........................73
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .496 Air Conditioner Maintenance
.................503
Air Conditioning ......................... .283
Air Conditioning Controls ...................283
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..............303
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................503
Air Conditioning System ....................283
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .395
Alarm Light ............................ .206
Alarm, Panic .............................26
Alarm (Security Alarm) ......................20
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ................20
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................514
Capacities ........................... .554
Disposal ............................. .518
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................371
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................201
Appearance Care ........................ .528
Ashtray ............................... .182
578 INDEX

Power Steering........................ .366
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................517
Carbon Monoxide Warning ..................109
Cargo Light ............................ .160
Car Washes ............................ .529
Cellular Phone .......................... .281
Center High Mounted Stop Light ..............550
Center Seat Storage Compartment .............189
Certification Label ........................ .427
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .383
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .201
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ..............108
Checks, Safety .......................... .108
Child Restraint ............................75
Child Restraints Booster Seats ...........................79
Child Restraints .........................75
Child Seat Installation .....................93
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt ........91Infants And Child Restraints
................77
Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint .....90
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle
Seat Belt ..............................92
Locating The LATCH Anchorages ............87
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......82
Older Children And Child Restraints ..........78
Seating Positions ........................81
Cigar Lighter ........................... .182
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .422
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .531
Climate Control ......................... .283
Automatic ........................... .293
Cold Weather Operation ....................331
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............280
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .401
Console, Overhead ....................... .174
Contract, Service ......................... .571
580 INDEX

Dual Rear Wheels........................ .410
Electrical Power Outlets .....................176
Electric Rear Window Defrost .................193
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case .............355
Electronic Brake Control System ...............371
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................371
Traction Control System ...................372
Electronic Range Select (ERS) .................344
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........170
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............375
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......213
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . .213
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Setup Menu .......................... .213
EVIC Messages ........................ .213
Selectable Menu Items ....................226
Emergency Brake ........................ .367Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................477
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................460
Jump Starting ......................... .472
Tow Hooks ........................... .479
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........490
Engine ................................ .487
Air Cleaner .......................... .496
Break-In Recommendations ................106
Compartment Identification ................487
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................555
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................109
Flooded, Starting ...................... .331
Fuel Requirements ..................... .421
Jump Starting ......................... .472
Oil................................. .493
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .495
Oil Selection .......................... .494
Oil Synthetic ......................... .496
582 INDEX

High Beam Indicator.....................205
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............162
Illuminated Entry ........................22
Instrument Cluster ..................... .201
Interior ............................. .157
Oil Pressure .......................... .206
Passing ............................. .161
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .205
Security Alarm ........................ .206
Service .............................. .546
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............207
Traction Control ....................... .379
Transfer Case ......................... .355
Turn Signal ............................112
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ......201
Limited-Slip Differential ....................361
Loading Vehicle ......................... .427
Tires ............................... .389
Locks ..................................34 Automatic Door
.........................37
Child Protection .........................38
Door .................................34
Power Door ............................36
Low Tire Pressure System ...................411
Lubrication, Body ........................ .505
Lug Nuts .............................. .461
Maintenance Free Battery ....................502
Maintenance Procedures ....................492
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .560
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......490
Manual, Service ......................... .574
Manual Transmission Fluid Level Check ...................... .524
Memory Seat ........................... .143
Methanol .............................. .422
Mirrors ................................117
Electric Powered ....................... .126
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INDEX 587

Reformulated Gasoline.....................422
Refrigerant ............................. .504
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................49
Remote Control Starting System .........................31
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..................23
FCC General Information ..................30
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........19
Programming Additional Transmitters .........19
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........279
Remote Starting Uconnect® Customer Programmable Features . . .272
Uconnect® Settings ..................... .272
Remote Starting System ......................31
Replacement Keys .........................18
Replacement Parts ........................ .491
Replacement Tires ........................ .405
Reporting Safety Defects ....................573
Restraint, Head .......................... .139Restraints, Child
...........................75
Restraints, Occupant ........................47
Rotation, Tires .......................... .409
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ..................110
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ................112
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................573
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... .109
Safety Information, Tire .....................382
Safety Tips ............................. .108
Schedule, Maintenance .....................560
Seat Belt Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ................53
Lap/Shoulder Belts .......................50
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............58
Pregnant Women ........................60
Seat Belt Extender .......................59
Seat Belt Reminder .......................49
Seat Belt System .........................47
590 INDEX

Seat Belt Maintenance..................... .534
Seat Belt Reminder .........................49
Seat Belts ................................49
Child Restraint ..........................75
Extender ..............................59
Front Seat .............................49
Inspection ............................110
Operating Instructions ....................53
Pregnant Women ........................60
Rear Seat ..............................50
Reminder ............................ .205
Untwisting Procedure .....................58
Seats ................................. .130
Adjustment .......................... .130
Easy Entry ........................... .147
Memory ............................. .143
Power .............................. .131
Reclining Rear ........................ .138
Security Alarm ............................20 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)
...............555
SENTRY KEY® FCC General Information ..................19
Key Programming .......................19
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................17
Sentry Key Replacement .....................18
Service Assistance ........................ .569
Service Contract ......................... .571
Service Manuals ......................... .574
Settings, Personal ........................ .231
Shifting ............................... .333
Automatic Transmission ..................336
Transfer Case ......................... .354
Transfer Case, Shifting into Transfer Case
Neutral (N) .......................... .454
Transfer Case, Shifting out of Transfer Case
Neutral (N) .......................... .456
Shift Lever Override ...................... .480
Shoulder Belts ............................50
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INDEX 591