Dodge 2006 Ram 1500 Pickup Owner's Manual page 490

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490 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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At Each Stop for Fuel
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• Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
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warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
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the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
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racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
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level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
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• Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
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required. When refilling the washer fluid reservoir,
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take some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel
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and wipe clean the wiper blades, this will help blade
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performance.
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Once a Month
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• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
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damage.
• Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
• Check the fluid levels of coolant bottle, brake master
cylinder, and transmission and add as needed.
• Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Lubricate Drivetrain/Steering/Suspension Grease Fit-
tings (if equipped)
• Inspect the exhaust system.
• Inspect the brake hoses.
• Inspect the CV joints/U— joints (if equipped) and
front suspension components.
• Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
• Check the manual transmission fluid level.
• Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (2500/3500, 4X4).