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Lubrication and Maintenance
DODGE Turbo Diesel
Engine Specifications
Page OE-3
Coolant Specifications
Use antifreeze during all seasons to protect the engine cooling system from corrosion as well as freezing damage.
The antifreeze should be changed every two years.
A mixture of 50% water and 50% ethylene-glycol base antifreeze is required for operation of the engine in
temperature environments above ~37°C [-34°F], A mixture of 40% water and 60% antifreeze is recommended for
temperatures below -37°C [-34°F].
Note: In Tropical climates where antifreeze availability may be limited, use a corrosion inhibitor (Cummins liquid
DCA) or equivalent to protect the engine cooling system.
Oil Viscosity Recommendations
The use of a multi-grade lubricating oil has been found to improve oil consumption control and improve engine
cranking in cold temperatures while maintaining lubrication at high operating temperatures. A multi-grade oil, with a
viscosity grade as shown in the following table is recommended. The use of single grade lubricating oil is not
recommended.
15W40
- 1 2 ° C
1 0 ° F -
10W30
- 1 8 ° C
0 ° F
With
Block
Heater
10W30
Note:*20W20 is not considered a multi-grade oil.
Note:** The same oil change interval Is to be followed for synthetic oil as for petroleum based oil.
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