Dodge 2001 Ram 1500 Owner's Manual page 35

0 - 22 LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
99,000 Miles (156 000 km)
• Change engine oil.
• Replace engine oil filter.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
km).
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x2).
102,000 Miles (163 000 km)
• Change engine oil.
• Replace engine oil filter.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
km).
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4).
105,000 Miles (168 000 km)
• Change engine oil.
• Replace engine oil filter.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
km).
108,000 Miles (173 000 km)
• Change engine oil.
• Replace engine oil filter.
• Inspect engine air cleaner element and air
pump filter, replace as necessary.
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
Replace filter and adjust bands.‡
• Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4x4).
• Change rear axle fluid.
• Change front axle fluid (4x4).
• Inspect brake linings.
• Flush and replace engine coolant if it has been
30,000 miles (48 000 km) since last change.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
km).
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4).
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x2).
*Requires Service Reminder Indicator Light. If so
equipped, these parts are to be replaced at the indi-
cated mileage or when the service reminder indicator
light remains on continuously with the key in the
"ON" position, whichever occurs first.
‡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 a ‡ in Schedule
"B". Perform these services if you usually operate
your Ram Truck under these conditions.
Inspection and service should also be performed
anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected.
DESCRIPTION - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
— 24–VALVE CUMMINS TURBO DIESEL
There are two maintenance schedules that show
proper service for the vehicle.
First is Schedule "A." It lists all the scheduled
maintenance to be performed under "normal" operat-
ing conditions.
Second is Schedule "B."It is a schedule for vehicles
that are operated under the conditions listed at the
beginning of that schedule.
Use the schedule that best describes the driving
conditions.
Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.
At Each Stop For Fuel
• Check engine oil level and add as required.
• Check windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
• Clean windshield and wiper blades as required.
• Drain water from fuel filter.
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.
• Check Filter Minder . Replace air cleaner
element if necessary.
• 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 at 7, 5000 miles (12 000 km) on schedule "A"
or every other interval shown at 7,500 miles (12 000
km) on schedule "B".
• Check engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Lubricate steering linkage.
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
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.
BR/BE