adding oil Ram ProMaster City 2017 Owner's Manual

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L ...........275
 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . . .276
▫ Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ........................ .276
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message .............277
 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS .......................... .277
 REPLACEMENT PARTS ...................278
 DEALER SERVICE ...................... .278
 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES .............279
▫ Engine Oil .......................... .279
▫ Engine Oil Filter ...................... .282
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter .................282
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .................282
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ..............283▫
Body Lubrication ..................... .285
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades .................285
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ...................286
▫ Exhaust System ....................... .286
▫ Cooling System ....................... .288
▫ Brake System ........................ .293
▫ Power Steering Fluid ....................294
▫ Automatic Transmission ..................294
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion ........................... .296
 FUSES ............................... .300
▫ Underhood Fuses ...................... .301
▫ Interior Fuses ......................... .303
▫ Central
Unit Fuse Panel ..................306
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There are three possible dipstick types,
•Crosshatched zone.
• Crosshatched zone marked SAFE.
• Crosshatched zone marked with MIN at the low end of
the range and MAX at the high end of the range.
NOTE: Always maintain the oil level within the crosshatch
markings on the dipstick.
Adding 1 quart (1.0 liters) of oil when the reading is at the
low end of the dipstick range will raise the oil level to the
high end of the range marking.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause
aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage your
engine.
Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further informa-
tion. NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350
hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The 350
hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a concern
for fleet customers.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only rec-
ommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the
requirements of FCA Material Standard MS-6395.
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has been
certified by the American Petroleum In-
stitute (API). The manufacturer only rec-
ommends API Certified engine oils.
This symbol certifies 0W-20, 5W-20, 0W-
30, 5W-30 and 10W-30 engine oils.
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WARNING!
•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants ap-
proved by the manufacturer for your air conditioning
system. Some unapproved refrigerants are flam-
mable and can explode, injuring you. Other unap-
proved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the sys-
tem to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Warranty Information Book, located on the DVD, for
further warranty information.
• The air conditioning system contains refrigerant un-
der high pressure. To avoid risk of personal injury or
damage to the system, adding refrigerant or any
repair requiring lines to be disconnected should be
done by an experienced technician.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning
system as the chemicals can damage your air condition-
ing components. Such damage is not covered by the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R134a — If
Equipped
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-
carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-
ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning
service be performed by authorized dealer or other service
facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C system PAG
compressor oil and refrigerants.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R1234yf — If
Equipped
R-1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoole-
fine HFO that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection
Agency and is an ozone-saving product with a low GWP
(Global Warming Potential). However, the manufacturer
recommends that air conditioning service be performed by
authorized dealer or other service facilities using recovery
and recycling equipment.
NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
PAG compressor oil and refrigerants.
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Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).............291
Cooling System ........................... .288
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .................290
Coolant Capacity ........................ .313
Coolant Level .......................... .291
Disposal Of Used Coolant ..................291
Drain, Flush, And Refill ....................289
Inspection ......................... .288, 291
Points To Remember ..................... .292
Pressure Cap ........................... .291
Radiator Cap .......................... .291
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......289, 313, 314
Corrosion Protection ....................... .296
Cruise Light ............................. .145
Cupholders .............................. .106
Customer Assistance ....................... .324
Customer Programmable Features ...............147
Daytime Running Lights ......................88
Dealer Service ............................ .278
Defroster, Rear Window ......................112
Defroster, Windshield ........................69
Diagnostic System, Onboard ...................276
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) ........................... .279Power Steering
......................... .191
Disabled Vehicle Towing .....................268
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................291
Door Ajar ............................... .134
Door Ajar Light ........................... .134
Door Locks ................................17
Doors ....................................17
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .189
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) .........104
Electric Rear Window Defrost ..................112
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................77
Electronic Brake Control System ................194
Brake Assist System ...................... .195
Electr
onic Range Select (ERS)..................188
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ................199
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..........95
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............197
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........131
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .....120
Trip Functions .......................... .128
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