Dodge ram truck 3500 1996 Service Manual page 35

B R LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 0 - 1 7
M A I N T E N A N C E SCHEDULES—DIESEL ENGINE V E H I C L E S
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GENERAL INFORMATION
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S C H E D U L E — A 1 7
G E N E R A L I N F O R M A T I O N
INTRODUCTION
The following is a list of Maintenance Schedules
for Diesel Engine equipped vehicles.
There are two maintenance schedules that show
proper service based on the conditions that the vehi­
cle Is subjected to. Use the schedule that best
describes these conditions.
Schedule—A, lists all the scheduled maintenance
to be performed under normal operating conditions
for Diesel Engine equipped vehicles.
Schedule—B, lists maintenance recommended for
Diesel Engine equipped vehicles operated under the
following conditions:
• Frequent short trip driving less than 5 miles (8
km)
• Frequent driving in dusty conditions
• Frequent trailer towing
• Extensive Idling
• More than 50% of your driving is at sustained
high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C)
Where time and .mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.
UNSCHEDULED INSPECTION
At Each Stop For Fuel
• Check engine oil level, add as required.
• Check windshield washer solvent and add i f
required.
Once A Month
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear
or damage.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals
as required.
• Check fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering, and transmission.
Add fluid as required.
• Check all lights and all other electrical items for
correct operation.
• Drain water from fuel filter.
• Check Filter Minder®. Replace filter if nec­
essary.
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SCHEDULE—B . 18
UNSCHEDULED INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . 17
At Each Oil Change
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect brake hoses.
• Rotate the tires at each oil change interval
shown, 6,000 miles (9 600 km) on Schedule —A or
every other interval shown on Schedule—B.
• Check engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Lubricate steering linkage.
SCHEDULE—A
6,000 Miles (10 000 km) or at 6 months
• Change engine oil and filter.
12,000 Miles (19 000 km) or at 12 months
• Change engine oil and filter.
• Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage.
• Replace fuel filter.
18,000 Miles (29 000 km) or at 18 months
• Change engine oil and filter.
• inspect drive belts, replace as necessary.
• Inspect brake linings.
24,000 Miles (38 000 km) or at 24 months
• Change engine oil and filter.
• Adjust valve lash clearance.
• Inspect fan hub.
• Inspect damper.
• Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage.
• Replace fuel filter.
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
Replace filter and adjust bands.
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack,
if required (4x2).
30,000 Miles (48 000 km) or at 30 months
• Change engine oil and filter.
36,000 Miles (58 000 km) or at 36 months
® Change engine oil and filter.
• Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary.
• Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage.
• Replace fuel filter.
• Drain and refill transfer case fluid.