Dodge RAM 1500 1998 Owner's Manual page 30

DR
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
•
Tier 1 EPA (250 hp or 305 hp) Engines Only
(see engine data label for your engine type)
• † California LEV (235 hp) Engines Only (see
engine data label for your engine type)
Schedule "A"
Miles
(Kilometers)
[Months]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500
(4X4) models only.
Check transfer case fluid level (4X4).
Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage
Replace fuel filter element. Clean the water
in fuel sensor.
Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary.
Inspect brake linings.
Inspect and adjust parking brake if
necessary.
Inspect fan hub.
Inspect damper.
Inspect front wheel bearings.
Miles
(Kilometers)
[Months]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter.
Lubricate outer tie rod ends 2500/3500
(4X4) models only.
Check transfer case fluid level.
Flush and replace engine coolant at 60
months, regardless of mileage.
Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary.
Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage
Replace fuel filter element. Clean the water
in fuel sensor.
Inspect brake linings.
Inspect and adjust parking brake if
necessary.
Inspect fan hub.
Inspect damper.
Inspect front wheel bearings.
Replace fuel filter element. Clean the water
in fuel sensor
LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE
Inspection and service should also be performed
anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected.
7,500 15,000
(12 000) (24 000)
[6] [12]
X† X †
X X
X
X
45,000 52,500
(72 000) (84 000)
[36] [42]
X † X†
X X
X
X
X
X
X
22,500 30,000
(36 000) (48 000)
[18] [24]
X† X †
X X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
60,000 67,500
(96 000) (108 000)
[48] [54]
X † X†
X X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
0 - 17
37,500
(60 000)
[30]
X†
X
75,000
(120 000)
[60]
X †
X
X
X
X