brake fluid Ram C/V 2013 User Guide

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission We recommend youONLYuse MOPAR® ATF+4®
Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4®
fluid may affect the function or performance of your
transmission.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE
J1703 should be used. 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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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 657

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Oil Change Required” message is
displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the
change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles
(5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as
soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone otherthan your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
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, and power steering and fill as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
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Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By OilChange Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
• 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.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
Maintenance Chart
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 661

Automatic Transmission....................468
Adding Fluid ......................... .633
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................633
Fluid Change ......................... .633
Fluid Level Check ...................... .633
Fluid Type ........................... .631
Gear Ranges .......................... .473
Special Additives ...................... .632
Torque Converter ...................... .481
Auto Up Power Windows ....................42
Battery ................................ .616
Jump Starting ......................... .592
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........28
Saving Feature (Protection) ................227
Belts, Seat ...............................119
Blind Spot Monitoring ..................... .136
Body Builders Guide ........................6
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................621B-Pillar Location
......................... .510
Brake Assist System ...................... .493
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............492
Brake Fluid ............................ .657
Brake System ........................... .629
Fluid Check .......................... .630
Parking ............................. .487
Warning Light ........................ .324
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................471
Bulb Replacement ........................ .651
Bulbs, Light ............................ .122
Calibration, Compass ..................... .345
Camera, Rear ........................... .249
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .655
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .546
Power Steering ........................ .486
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................626
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Enhanced Accident Response Feature............86
Entry System, Illuminated ....................20
Ethanol ............................... .538
Event Data Recorder ........................90
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................55
Exhaust System ...........................118
Exterior Lights .......................... .122
Fabric Care ............................. .637
Filler Location Fuel ....................... .323
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .614
Air Conditioning ...................... .459
Engine Oil ........................... .613
Engine Oil Disposal .....................613
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .570Turn Signal
.......................... .122
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .227
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ........................ .545
Engine Oil ........................... .545
Fuel Requirements ..................... .542
Maintenance .......................... .546
Replacement Parts ...................... .546
Starting ............................. .545
Flooded Engine Starting ....................466
Floor Console ........................... .286
Fluid Capacities ......................... .655
Fluid Leaks ............................ .122
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................633
Brake ............................... .630
Cooling System ........................ .623
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Paint Care............................. .633
Panic Alarm ..............................25
Parking Brake ........................... .487
Park Sense System, Rear ....................239
Pedals, Adjustable ........................ .234
Personal Settings ......................... .346
Pets, Transporting .........................114
Phone, Cellular .......................... .145
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect®) ...............145
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........510
Power Door Locks ............................37
Lift Gate ..............................53
Mirrors ............................. .133
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........269
Seats ............................... .183
Sliding Door ...........................45
Steering ............................. .485
Sunroof ............................. .266Windows
..............................39
Power Steering Fluid ...................... .657
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................74
Preparation for Jacking .....................579
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................68
Programmable Electronic Features .............346
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .517
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........626
Radio Operation ......................... .437
Radio Remote Controls .....................435
Rear Air Conditioning ..................... .443
Rear Camera ........................... .249
Rear Cross Path ......................... .142
Rear Heater ............................ .443
Rear Park Sense System .....................239
Rearview Mirrors ........................ .130
Rear Window Features .....................296
690 INDEX