manual transmission RAM CHASSIS CAB 2007 Service Manual

Miles 45,000 52,500 60,000 67,500 75,000
(Kilometers) (72 000) (84 000) (97 000) (109 000) (121 000)
[Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4). X X X X X
Rotate tires. X X X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct
stowage. X X XXX
Lubricate outer tie rod ends. X X X X X
Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). X
Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). X X X
Change automatic transmission fluid. X
Change manual transmission fluid. X
Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if
not replaced at 100,000 miles (160 000 km). X
Inspect drive belt, replace as necessary. X X
Replace fuel filter element. X X X478 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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Miles 112,500 120,000 127,500 135,000 142,500 150,000
(Kilometers) (181 000) (193 000) (205 000) (217 000) (229 000) (241 000)
[Months] [90] [96] [102] [108] [114] [120]
Change manual transmission fluid. X
Inspect fan hub. X X
Inspect damper. X X
Replace fuel filter element. X X X
Inspect front wheel bearings. X X
Inspect brake linings. X X
Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary. X X
Adjust valve lash clearance. X
Replace Crankcase Ventilation Filter (CCV). X
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts. *This maintenance is not required if belt was previously
replaced. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 483
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• Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required. When refilling the washer fluid reservoir,
take some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel
and wipe clean the wiper blades, this will help blade
performance.
Once a Month
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
• Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
• Check the fluid levels of coolant bottle, brake master
cylinder, and transmission and add as needed.
• Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation. At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Lubricate Drivetrain/Steering/Suspension Grease Fit-
tings (if equipped)
• Inspect the exhaust system.
• Inspect the brake hoses.
• Inspect the CV joints/U— joints (if equipped) and
front suspension components.
• Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
• Check the manual transmission fluid level.
• Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4).486 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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Miles 48,000 51,000 54,000 57,000 60,000
(Kilometers) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) (95 000) (100 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter at interval
shown or 3 months, whichever comes first. X X XXX
Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4). X X X X X
Rotate tires. X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct
stowage. XXX
Lubricate outer tie rod ends. X X X
Flush and replace engine coolant. X
Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). X
Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). X
Change manual transmission fluid. X
Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid and
change main sump filter and spin-on cooler return
filter (if equipped).** X
Inspect brake linings. X X SCHEDULE “B” 491
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Miles 105,000 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (175 000) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter at in-
terval shown or 3 months, whichever comes
first. X X XXXX
Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4). X X X X X X
Rotate tires. X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and cor-
rect stowage. XXX
Lubricate outer tie rod ends. X X X
Change front and rear axle fluid (4X4). X X
Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4). X
Change manual transmission fluid. X
Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid
and change main sump filter and spin-on
cooler return filter (if equipped).** X
Inspect brake linings. X X496 SCHEDULE “B”
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Filters
Air Cleaner .......................... 406
Engine Fuel ..................... 410,413,469
Engine Oil ..................... 398,403,469
Flashers
Turn Signal .......................... 125
Flat Tire Stowage ........................ 381
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 249
Fluid, Brake ........................... 471
Fluid Capacities ......................... 468
Fluid Level Checks
Brake ............................... 435
Manual Transmission ................. 437,438
Power Steering ........................ 421
Transfer Case ......................... 437
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 469
Fog Lights ....................... 125,178,465
Fold Flat Load Floor ..................... 161
Four Wheel Drive ....................... 283 Four-Way Hazard Flasher .................. 370
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 385
FrontAxle(Differential) ................ 423,436
Front Wheel Bearings ..................... 444
Fuel ............................ 327,331,335
Adding .......................... 333,335
Diesel ......................... 331,335,469
Filter ......................... 410,413,469
Gauge .............................. 179
Hoses .............................. 433
Light ............................... 180
Octane Rating ........................ 327
Requirements ...................... 327,331
Specifications ......................... 332
System Hoses ......................... 433
Tank Capacity ........................ 468
Fuses ................................ 457
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ............... 334,394 INDEX 519
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Lug Nuts ............................. 376
Lumbar Support ........................ 116
Maintenance ........................... 396
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 418
Maintenance Procedures ................... 398
Maintenance Schedule ................. 474,484
Schedule “A” ......................... 498
Schedule “B” ......................... 487
Manual, Service ......................... 508
Manual Transmission .................. 279,438
Fluid Level Check ................... 437,438
Lubricant Selection ..................... 471
Shift Speeds .......................... 280
Map/Reading Lights ..................... 141
Mirrors ................................ 83
Automatic Dimming ..................... 84
Electric Powered ....................... 85
Outside .............................. 84 Rearview ............................. 83
TrailerTowing ...................... 86,354
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 8
Mopar Parts ......................... 395,507
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 125
Navigation Radio ........................ 218
Navigation System ....................... 218
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 72
Noise Control
Maintenance .......................... 445
Tampering Prohibited ................... 446
Noise Emission Warranty ............... 445,447
Occupant Restraints ....................... 34
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............. 327
Odometer .......................... 175,179
Trip ............................. 175,179
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road) ............ 298 INDEX 523
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Service Manuals ........................ 508
Setting the Clock ............. 181,185,192,205,219
Settings, Personal ........................ 145
Shifting ............................... 266
Manual Transmission ................... 279
Transfer Case ......................... 286
Transfer Case, Shifting into Transfer Case
Neutral (N) ......................... 361,363
Transfer Case, Shifting out of Transfer Case
Neutral (N) ......................... 362,365
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage .............. 43
Shoulder Belts ........................... 35
Signals, Turn ........................... 125
Sliding Rear Window
Power ............................ 33,160
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On ............... 298
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ................. 323
Snow Plow ............................ 355
Snow Tires ............................ 324 Soot Filter ............................. 415
Spare Tire .......................... 318,319
Spark Plugs ............................ 413
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .............. 132
Speedometer ........................... 173
Starting ............................ 248,251
Automatic Transmission ............... 248,252
Engine Block Heater ................. 252,259
Engine Fails to Start .................... 249
Manual Transmission ................. 248,252
Remote .............................. 25
Starting Procedures ...................... 251
Starting Procedures (Diesel Engines) .......... 251
Starting Procedures (Gas Engines) ............ 248
Steering
Linkage ............................. 422
Power ........................... 304,421
Wheel Lock ........................... 15
Wheel, Tilt ........................... 129 INDEX 527
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Snow Tires ........................... 324
Spinning ............................ 319
Tread Wear Indicators ................... 320
Wheel Mounting ....................... 372
Wheel Nut Torque ..................... 376
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .............. 346
Torque Converter Clutch ................ 272,278
Tow Hooks, Emergency ................... 386
Towing ............................... 341
Disabled Vehicle ....................... 387
Guide .............................. 346
Recreational .......................... 360
Weight .............................. 346
Traction .............................. 298
Traction Control ......................... 437
TrailerTowing .......................... 341
Cooling System Tips .................... 354
Hitches ............................. 345
Minimum Requirements ................. 347 Mirrors ........................... 86,354
Trailer and Tongue Weight ................ 346
Wiring .............................. 351
TrailerTowingGuide ..................... 346
TrailerWeight .......................... 346
Transaxle
Automatic ............................ 12
Manual .............................. 14
Transfer Case
Electronically Shifted .................... 288
Fluid ............................... 471
Transmission
Automatic ................... 267,273,438,441
Fluid ............................... 471
Maintenance ....................... 438,441
Manual ..................... 248,252,279,438
Shifting ............................. 266
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . 24
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 320 INDEX 529
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