Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 7 - Dodge 2009 Ram Diesel Owner's Manual Supplement

For additional vehicle break-in requirements, refer to
"Trailer Towing" in Section 5 of the Owners Manual.
• Warm up the engine before placing it under load.
• Do not operate the engine at idle for prolonged
periods.
• Use the appropriate transmission gear to prevent
engine lugging.
• Observe vehicle oil pressure and temperature indica-
tors.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 7

• Check the coolant and oil levels frequently.
• Vary throttle position at highway speeds when carry-
ing or towing significant weight.
Because of the construction of the Cummins
charged diesel engine, engine run-in is enhanced by
loaded operating conditions which allow the engine
parts to achieve final finish and fit during the first
6,000 miles (10 000 km).
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turbo-