Cooling System Tips — Automatic Transmission; Do Not Operate The Engine With Low Oil Pressure - Dodge RAM 2017 Owner's Manual

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Driving Condition
Highway Speeds
Uphill Grade
NOTE: Under certain conditions the engine fan will run
after the engine is turned off. These conditions are under
high load and high temperature conditions.
Cooling System Tips — Automatic Transmission
To reduce the potential for engine and transmission over-
heating in high ambient temperature conditions, take the
following actions:
• City Driving — When stopped, shift the transmission
into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed.
• Highway Driving — Reduce your speed.
• Up Steep Hills — Select a lower transmission gear.
• Air Conditioning — Turn it off temporarily.
NOTE: If the coolant temperature is too high the A/C will
automatically turn off.
Load
Turbocharger Temperature
Maximum GCWR
Maximum GCWR
Hot

Do Not Operate The Engine With Low Oil Pressure

If the low oil pressure warning light turns on while
driving, stop the vehicle and shut down the engine as soon
as possible. A chime will sound when the light turns on.
NOTE: Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is
corrected. This light does not show how much oil is in the
engine. The engine oil level must be checked under the
hood.
CAUTION!
If oil pressure falls to less than normal readings, shut
the engine off immediately. Failure to do so could
result in immediate and severe engine damage.
STARTING AND OPERATING 39
Idle Time (min.) Before
Engine Shutdown
2.0
2.5
4

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