Fluid Level; Transfer Case - RAM 1500 2025 Owner's Manual

the transmission has no dipstick. An authorized dealer
can check your transmission fluid level using special
service tools.
If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction,
visit an authorized dealer immediately to have the
transmission fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle
with an improper fluid level can cause severe
transmission damage.
CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit an authorized
dealer immediately. Severe transmission damage
may occur. An authorized dealer has the proper tools
to adjust the fluid level accurately.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the
life of the vehicle.
Routine fluid and filter changes are not required.
However, change the fluid and filter if the fluid becomes
contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the transmission is
disassembled for any reason.
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid
to ensure optimum transmission performance and life.
Use only the manufacturer recommended transmission
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fluid page 353. It is important to maintain
the transmission fluid at the correct level using the
recommended fluid. No chemical flushes should be
used in any transmission; only the approved lubricant
should be used.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the
manufacturer's recommended fluid may cause
deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or
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LUID EVEL
For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not
required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons
the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be
inspected. If gear oil leakage is suspected inspect the
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page 353. This inspection should be
made with the vehicle in a level position.
The fluid level should be even with the bottom of the
fill hole (within 1/4 in (6.4 mm) of edge of hole) for the
front axle and rear axle.
Drain And Refill
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For the proper maintenance intervals
Lubricant Selection
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For further information page 353.
NOTE:
The presence of water in the gear lubricant will
result in corrosion and possible failure of differential
components. Operation of the vehicle in water, as may
be encountered in some off-highway types of service,
will require draining and refilling the axle to avoid
damage.
Limited-Slip Differentials
Rear axles equipped with a Limited Slip Differential
require that 5 oz. (148 ml) Mopar® Limited Slip Additive
be added to the gear lubricant
Mopar® Limited Slip Additive should be added to the
gear lubricant whenever a fluid change is made to an
axle equipped with a Limited Slip Differential.
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RIVING XLE
NOTE:
When refilling a limited slip differential axle which
requires a friction modification additive, the additive
should be added before the gear lubricant to ensure
proper additive fill.
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RANSFER ASE
Fluid Level Check
This fluid level can be checked by removing the filler
plug. The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the
filler plug hole (or within 1/8 inch of the bottom) with
the vehicle in a level position.
Drain And Refill
page 299.
For the proper maintenance intervals
Selection Of Lubricant
Use only the manufacturer recommended fluid
page 353.
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