transmission oil RAM CHASSIS CAB 2019 User Guide

STARTING AND OPERATING 365
CAUTION!
• Always check the depth of the standing water before
driving through it. Never drive through standing water
that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted
on the vehicle.
• Determine the condition of the road or the path that is
under water and if there are any obstacles in the way
before driving through the standing water.
• Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through
standing water. This will minimize wave effects.
• Driving through standing water may cause damage to
your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always inspect
your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmission, axle,
etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., fluid that is milky
or foamy in appearance) after driving through standing
water. Do not continue to operate the vehicle if any
fluid appears contaminated, as this may result in
further damage. Such damage is not covered by the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can cause it
to lock up and stall out, and cause serious internal
damage to the engine. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. 5

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 385
F50 – 20 Amp Yellow Air Suspension Control Module – If Equipped
F51 – 10 Amp Red Ignition Node Module / Keyless Ignition Node Module,
Radio Frequency Hub Module / Electric Steering
Column Lock - If Equipped
F52 – 5 Amp Tan Battery Sensor
F53 – 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow – Left Turn/Stop Lights - If Equipped
F54 – 20 Amp Yellow Non Memory Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
F56 – 15 Amp Blue Additional Diesel Content - If Equipped (DS 1500 Only)
F57 – 20 Amp Yellow TCM/PCM / Solenoid Trans Pressure SW (RFE Trans
Only) – If Equipped (HD Only)
Transmission (DS 1500 Only)
F58 – 10 Amp Red Bed Lighting (LED) – If Equipped (HD Only)
F60 – 15 Amp Blue Underhood Lamp / TCM – If Equipped (DS 1500 Only)
F61 – 10 Amp Red UREA Sensor / PM Sensor – If Equipped (DS 1500 LD
Diesel & Cummins Diesel)
F62 – 10 Amp Red Air Conditioning Clutch
F63 – 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Coils (Gas), Ignition Coils Capacitors (Gas) /
Short Runner Valve Actuator / Urea Heater Control
Unit (DS 1500 LD Diesel) / RLY Coil Feed-SCR (DS 1500
LD Diesel)Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 387
F74 – 20 Amp Yellow Brake Vacuum Pump Gas/Diesel – If Equipped (DS 1500
Only)
F74 – 10 Amp Red Backup Alarm – If Equipped (HD Only)
F75 – 10 Amp Red ATMM / Coil-SCR Module RLY– If Equipped
(HD Only)
Coolant Temperature Valve – If Equipped
(DS 1500 Only)
F76 – 10 Amp Red Electronic Stability Control (HD Only)
Brake System Module / Stop Lamp Switch / Electric
Park Brake / Clutch Pedal Switch (DS 1500 Only)
F77 – 10 Amp Red Drivetrain Control Module / Front Axle Disconnect
Module / TCM (HD Only)
Drivetrain Control Module / ELSD / Front Axle
Disconnect Module / Transmission Control Relay /
RDM / Power Take Off Unit – If Equipped (DS 1500
Only)
F78 – 10 Amp Red Engine Control Module / Powertrain Control Module /
Electric Power Steering (DS 1500 Only)
F78 – 15 Amp Blue Engine Control Module / Powertrain Control Module /
AEB RACM MOD / Feed To AUX PDC Relay Coils (HD
Only)
F79 – 15 Amp Blue ID / Clearance LightsCavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 411
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. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and automatic transmis -
sion (six-speed only), and fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights. Maintenance Plan
Required Maintenance
Refer to the maintenance plan on the following pages for
required maintenance.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
• Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions.
• 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 front end, and lubricate — If equipped with serviceable fittings. 7

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 441
5. Place the gear selector momentarily into each gear posi -
tion (allowing time for the transmission to fully engage in
each position), ending with the transmission in PARK.
6. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until
seated.
7. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on
both sides. The fluid level reading is only valid if there is
a solid coating of oil on both sides of the dipstick. Note
that the holes in the dipstick will be full of fluid if the
actual level is at or above the hole. The fluid level should
be between the “HOT” (upper) reference holes on the
dipstick at normal operating temperature. If the fluid
level is low, add fluid through the dipstick tube to bring
it to the proper level. Do not overfill. Use ONLY the spec -
ified fluid (see "Fluids And Lubricants" for fluid specifica -
tions). After adding any quantity of oil through the
dipstick tube, wait a minimum of two minutes for the oil
to fully drain into the transmission before rechecking the
fluid level.
NOTE:
If it is necessary to check the transmission below the oper -
ating temperature, the fluid level should be between the two
“COLD” (lower) holes on the dipstick with the fluid at
60-70°F / 16-21°C. Only use the COLD region of the dipstick as a rough reference when setting the fluid level after a trans -
mission service or fluid change. Re-check the fluid level, and
adjust as required, once the transmission reaches normal
operating temperature.
8. Reinsert the dipstick. Check for leaks. Release the parking
brake.
NOTE:
If it is necessary to check the transmission below the oper -
ating temperature, the fluid level should be between the two
COLD (lower) holes on the dipstick with the fluid at 68-86°F
/ 20-30°C. Only use the COLD region of the dipstick as a
rough reference when setting the fluid level after a transmis -
sion service or fluid change. Re-check the fluid level, and
adjust as required, once the transmission reaches normal
operating temperature. CAUTION!
If the fluid temperature is below 50 °F (10 °C) it may not
register on the dipstick. Do not add fluid until the
temperature is elevated enough to produce an accurate
reading. Run the engine at idle, in PARK, to warm the
fluid.
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Auto Unlock, Doors ................................................................ 269
Automatic Door Locks ............................................................. 37
Automatic Headlights .............................................................. 68
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ................................ 89
Automatic Transmission ................................................ 265, 442
Adding Fluid ....................................................................... 442
Fluid And Filter Change .................................................... 442
Fluid Change........................................................................ 442
Fluid Level Check ....................................................... 439, 440
Fluid Type .................................................................... 439, 486
Shifting.................................................................................. 256
Special Additives................................................................. 439
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode ...................... 269
Auxiliary Driving Systems .................................................... 174
Axle Fluid................................................................. 442, 443, 486
Axle Lubrication.............................................................. 442, 443
B
Back-Up .................................................................................... 326
Back-Up Camera ..................................................................... 326
Battery............................................................................... 148, 417
Charging System Light....................................................... 148
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ............................................ 19
Battery Saver Feature ............................................................... 71
Belts, Seat ................................................................................. 241
Body Builders Guide ................................................................ 14
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............................................... 428 B-Pillar Location ......................................................................450
Brake Assist System ................................................................163
Brake Control System .............................................................162
Brake Fluid .......................................................................438, 486
Brake System....................................................................438, 476
Fluid Check ..........................................................................438
Master Cylinder ...................................................................438
Parking ..................................................................................252
Warning Light......................................................................146
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..............................................256
Bulb Replacement ...................................................................371
Bulbs, Light ......................................................................243, 371
C
Cab Top Clearance Lights ......................................................379
Camera...................................................................................... 326
Camera, Rear....................................................................326, 330
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............................483
Capacities, Fluid ......................................................................483
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine) ..................................................................415, 419
Power Steering .....................................................................284
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)...............................................436
Car Washes ..............................................................................471
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...........................................240, 482
Cargo Light ................................................................................71
Cellular Phone .........................................................................555 11

601
Spark Plugs .............................................................................. 484
Speed Control
Accel/Decel.......................................................................... 287
Cancel.................................................................................... 288
Resume ................................................................................. 288
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .................................... 285, 288
Starting ............................................................................. 244, 246
Automatic Transmission .................................................... 245
Button...................................................................................... 23
Cold Weather ....................................................................... 250
Engine Fails To Start ........................................................... 249
Starting And Operating ......................................................... 246
Starting Procedures ................................................................ 246
Starting Procedures (Gas Engines) ....................................... 244
Steering
Power ............................................................................ 283, 284
Tilt Column ............................................................................ 53
Wheel, Heated ................................................................. 53, 54
Wheel, Tilt .............................................................................. 53
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ............................................ 550
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls............. 550
Storage ...................................................................................... 104
Storage Compartment, Center Seat ...................................... 106
Storage, Vehicle ................................................................. 90, 470
Storing Your Vehicle .............................................................. 470
Sunglasses Storage .................................................................. 122 Sway Control, Trailer .............................................................170
Synthetic Engine Oil ...............................................................419
T
Telescoping Steering Column .................................................53
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ...............................89
Tilt
Down .......................................................................................43
Up ............................................................................................43
Tilt Steering Column ................................................................53
Tip Start ....................................................................................245
Tire And Loading Information Placard ...............................450
Tire Markings ..........................................................................445
Tire Safety Information ..........................................................444
Tire Stowage ............................................................................396
Tires ...................................................................243, 454, 461, 468
Aging (Life Of Tires) ........................................................... 458
Air Pressure..........................................................................454
Chains ...................................................................................465
Changing ..............................................................................390
Compact Spare.....................................................................462
Dual .......................................................................396, 467, 477
General Information....................................................454, 461
High Speed ...........................................................................456
Inflation Pressure ................................................................455
Jacking...................................................................................390
Life Of Tires..........................................................................458 11