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2. Turn socket

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bulb.

3. Pull bulb straight out from socket.

4. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous-
ing.

Rear Light Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheel) — If
Equipped

1. Loosen the two screws and the housing to gain access
to the bulb sockets.

2. Turn the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise to access
the bulb.

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3. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket.

4. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous-
ing.

Side Marker Lights (Dual Rear Wheels)

1. Push rearward on the side marker light assembly.

2. Pull the entire assembly from the fender.

3. Turn socket

1

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4

turn counterclockwise and remove from

assembly to access the bulb.

4. Pull bulb straight out from socket.

5. Reverse procedure for installation of bulbs and hous-
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FLUID CAPACITIES

FLUID CAPACITIES

U.S.

Metric

Fuel

2500 Shortbed Models

34 gal.

128L

2500 Longbed Models

35 gal.

132L

3500 Shortbed Models

34 gal.

128L

3500 Longbed Models

35 gal.

132L

FLUID CAPACITIES

U.S.

Metric

Engine Oil

5.9L Diesel Engine I-6

12.0 qts.

11.4L

6.7L HO Turbo Diesel

Engine (SAE 15W-40, API

CJ-4 Certified, that meets

CES 20081 Standards.)

12 qts.

11.4L

Cooling System

5.9L Diesel Engine I-6

7 gal.

26.5L

6.7L Diesel Engine I-6

22.6 qts.

21.4L

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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS

Engine

Component

Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts

Engine Coolant

Mopar

威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Ad-

ditive Technology) or equivalent.

5.9L HO Turbo Diesel
Engine Oil

Use (SAE 15W-40, API CI-4/SM Certified, that meets DaimlerChrysler Standards.)

6.7L HO Turbo Diesel
Engine Oil

Use (SAE 15W-40, API CJ-4 Certified, that meets CES 20081 Standards.)

Engine Oil Filter
( 5.9L Diesel Engine )

Mopar

威 Engine Oil Filter, P/N 05083285AA or equivalent.

Engine Oil Filter
( 6.7L Diesel Engine )

Mopar

威 Engine Oil Filter, P/N 05083285AA or equivalent.

Engine Fuel Filter
( 5.9L Diesel Engine )

Mopar

威 Fuel Filter, P/N 05015581AB or equivalent.

Engine Fuel Filter
( 6.7L Diesel Engine )

Mopar

威 Fuel Filter, P/N 05183410AA or equivalent. Must meet 7 micron rating. Using

a fuel filter that does not meet the manufacturers filtration and water separating re-
quirements can severely impact fuel system life and reliability.

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Component

Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts

Crankcase Ventilation
Filter
( 6.7L Diesel Engine )

Mopar

威 CCV Filter, P/N 68001433AA or equivalent.

Fuel Selection
( 5.9L Diesel Engine )

Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier. For most year-round service,
No. 2 diesel fuel meeting ASTM specification D-975 will provide good performance. If
the vehicle is exposed to extreme cold (below 20 degrees F or -7 degrees C), or is re-
quired to operate at colder-than-normal conditions for prolonged periods, use clima-
tized No. 2 diesel fuel or dilute the No. 2 diesel fuel with 50% No. 1 diesel fuel. This
will provide better protection from fuel gelling or wax-plugging of the fuel filters. This
vehicle is fully compatible with biodiesel blends up to 5% biodiesel meeting ASTM
specification D-6751.

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Component

Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts

Fuel Selection
( 6.7L Diesel Engine )

Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in your vehicle. Federal law re-
quires that you must fuel this vehicle with Ultra Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (15
ppm Sulfur maximum) and prohibits the use of Low Sulfur Highway Diesel fuel (500
ppm Sulfur maximum) to avoid damage to the emissions control system. For most
year-round service, No. 2 diesel fuel meeting ASTM specification D-975 Grade S15 will
provide good performance. If the vehicle is exposed to extreme cold (below 20°F or
-7°C), or is required to operate at colder-than-normal conditions for prolonged periods,
use climatized No. 2 diesel fuel or dilute the No. 2 diesel fuel with 50% No. 1 diesel
fuel. This will provide better protection from fuel gelling or wax-plugging of the fuel
filters. This vehicle is fully compatible with biodiesel blends up to 5% biodiesel
meeting ASTM specification D-975.

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Chassis

Component

Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.

Automatic Transmission

Mopar

威 ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.

Transfer Case

Mopar

威 ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.

Manual Transmission Fluid G-56

Mopar

威 ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.

Clutch Linkage

Multipurpose Grease, NLGI Grade 2 E.P. or equivalent.

Front and Rear Axle Fluid 2500/3500
Models

GL-5 SAE 75W-90 Synthetic or equivalent. 2500/3500 axles do not require
limited slip additive.

Brake Master Cylinder

Mopar

威 DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3

brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recom-
mended brake fluids.

Power Steering Reservoir

Mopar

威 ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

CONTENTS

䡵 Emission Control System Maintenance . . . . . . . . 494
䡵 Maintenance Schedules — 5.9L Turbo Diesel . . . . 494

▫ Schedule “B” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 497
▫ Schedule “A” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 506

䡵 Maintenance Schedules — 6.7L Turbo Diesel . . . . 511

▫ Oil Change Indicator System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 512
▫ Perform Service Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 513
▫ Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 514

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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold
type

in this section (Section 8) must be done at the times

or mileages specified to assure the continued proper
functioning of the emission control system. These, and all
other maintenance services included in this manual,
should be done to provide best vehicle performance and
reliability. More frequent maintenance may be needed for
vehicles in severe operating conditions such as dusty
areas and very short trip driving.

Inspection and service also should be done any time a
malfunction is suspected.

NOTE:

Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emis-

sion control devices and systems on your vehicle may be
performed by any automotive repair establishment or
individual using any automotive part which has been
certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or, in the State of Califor-
nia, California Air Resources Board regulations.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES — 5.9L TURBO
DIESEL
There are two maintenance schedules that show the
required

service for your vehicle.

First is Schedule “B”. It is for vehicles that are operated
under one or more of the following conditions that are
listed below and at the beginning of the schedule.

• Frequent short trips where the engine does not achieve

full operating temperature (operating temperature de-
fined as 190° F (66° C ) coolant temperature).

• Extensive engine idling (over 10 minutes per hour of

operation) at ambient temperatures less than 32° F (0°
C).

• Driving in dusty conditions.
• Frequent trailer towing.
• Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service).

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• Off-road or desert operation.
• Extensive operation at high engine speeds (greater

than 2900 rpm) and loads (greater than 70% throttle).

NOTE:

Most vehicles are operated under the conditions

listed for Schedule

⬙B⬙.

NOTE:

If ANY of these apply to you then change your

coolant every 100,000 miles (160 000 km) or 60 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule “B” of the

⬙Maintenance Schedules⬙ section of this manual.

Second is Schedule “A”. It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
ule

⬙B⬙.

Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-
tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.

CAUTION!

Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.

At Each Stop for Fuel

• Check the engine oil level about 15 minutes after a

fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level
while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the
accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when
the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.

• 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.

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Once a Month

• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or

damage.

• Inspect the batteries and clean and tighten the termi-

nals as required.

• Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake

master cylinder, and transmission and transfer case (if
equipped), add as needed.

• Check Filter Minder™. Replace air cleaner filter

element if necessary.

• Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct

operation.

• Drain water from the fuel filter.

At Each Oil Change

• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the exhaust system.
• Inspect the brake hoses.
• Inspect the U-Joints ( if equipped) and front suspen-

sion components.

• Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
• Check the manual transmission fluid level.
• Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
• Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting

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Schedule “B”
Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicle
under one or more of the following conditions.

• Frequent short trips where the engine does not achieve

full operating temperature (operating temperature de-
fined as 190° F (66° C ) coolant temperature).

• Extensive engine idling (over 10 minutes per hour of

operation) at ambient temperatures less than 32° F (0°
C).

• Driving in dusty conditions.

• Frequent trailer towing.
• Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service).
• Off-road or desert operation.
• Extensive operation at high engine speeds (greater

than 2900 rpm) and loads (greater than 70% throttle).

NOTE:

If ANY of these apply to you then change your

coolant every 100,000 miles (160 000 km) or 60 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule “B” of the

⬙Maintenance Schedules⬙ section of this manual.

SCHEDULE “B”

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Miles

7,500

15,000

22,500

30,000

37,500

(Kilometers)

(12 000)

(24 000)

(36 000)

(48 000)

(60 000)

Change engine oil and engine oil filter.

X

X

X

X

X

Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500,
4X4).

X

X

X

X

X

Rotate tires.

X

X

X

X

X

Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct
stowage.

X

X

X

X

X

Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4)
models.

X

X

X

X

X

Check transfer case fluid level (4X4).

X

Change front axle fluid (4x4)

X

X

Change rear axle fluid.

X

X

Replace fuel filter element.

X

X

Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary.

X

Inspect brake linings.

X

X

Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary.

X

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Miles

7,500

15,000

22,500

30,000

37,500

(Kilometers)

(12 000)

(24 000)

(36 000)

(48 000)

(60 000)

Inspect front wheel bearings.

X

Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. Re-
place filter and adjust bands (48RE only)

X

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Miles

45,000

52,500

60,000

67,500

75,000

(Kilometers)

(72 000)

(84 000)

(96 000)

(108 000)

(120 000)

Change engine oil and engine oil filter.

X

X

X

X

X

Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500,
4X4).

X

X

X

X

X

Rotate tires.

X

X

X

X

X

Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct
stowage.

X

X

X

X

X

Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500 (4X4)
models.

X

X

X

X

X

Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4X4)

X

Change front axle fluid (4x4)

X

X

X

Change rear axle fluid.

X

X

X

Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, if
not replaced at 100,000 miles (160 000 km).

X

Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary.

X

X

Inspect brake linings.

X

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Miles

45,000

52,500

60,000

67,500

75,000

(Kilometers)

(72 000)

(84 000)

(96 000)

(108 000)

(120 000)

Inspect and adjust parking brake if necessary.

X

X

X

Inspect front wheel bearings.

X

Replace fuel filter element.

X

X

X

Change 6 — speed manual transmission (G-56)
fluid.

X

Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. Re-
place filter and adjust bands (48RE only)

X

SCHEDULE “B”

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