Dodge 2001 Ram 1500 Owner's Manual page 30

BR/BE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
• Inspect brake linings.
‡Off-the-highway operation, trailer towing snow
plowing, prolonged operation with heavy loading,
especially in hot weather require the more frequent
transmission service indicated with an ‡ in Schedule
"B". Perform these services if the vehicle is usually
operated under these conditions.
Inspection and service should also be performed
anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected.
DESCRIPTION - HEAVY DUTY ENGINE
(FEDERAL ONLY – 2500 8.0L HD AND 3500
5.9L& 8.0L MODELS) MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES
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 Heavy Duty vehicles.
Schedule"B", lists maintenance recommended for
Heavy Duty vehicles operated under the conditions
listed at the beginning of that schedule.
• Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.
At Each Stop For Fuel
• Check engine oil level, add as required.
• Check windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
• Clean windshield and wiper blades as 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, power
steering and transmission and add as needed.
• Check all lights and all other electrical items for
correct operation.
• Inspect and clean wiper blades. Replace if
required.
At Each Oil Change
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect brake hoses.
• Adjust rear brakes.
• Rotate the tires at each oil change interval
shown on schedule "A" (6,000 Miles) or every other
interval shown on schedule "B" (6,000 Miles).
• Check engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Lubricate steering linkage.
LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The scheduled emission maintenance listed in bold
type on the Maintenance Schedules, must be done at
the mileage 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 the best vehicle
performance and reliability. More frequent mainte-
nance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving.
FLUID FILL LOCATIONS AND LUBRICATION
POINTS
The fluid fill/check locations and lubrication points
are located in each applicable group.
HEAVY DUTY SCHEDULE "A"
6,000 miles (10 000 km) or at 6 months
• Change engine oil.
• Replace engine oil filter.
12,000 Miles (19 000 km) or at 12 months
• Change engine oil.
• Replace engine oil filter.
• Inspect engine air cleaner element, replace
as necessary (8.0L only).
18,000 Miles (29 000 km) or at 18 months
• Change engine oil.
• Replace engine oil filter.
• Inspect brake linings
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack,
if required (4x4).
24,000 Miles (38 000 km) or at 24 months
• Change engine oil.
• Replace engine oil filter.
• Replace engine air cleaner element and air
pump filter.
• Clean and lubricate crankcase inlet air filter
(5.9L).
• 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.
• Replace engine oil filter.
• Replace spark plugs.
36,000 Miles (58 000 km) or at 36 months
• Change engine oil.
• Replace engine oil filter.
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