Dodge 2010 Ram Truck Chassis Owner's Manual page 372

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370 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
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CAUTION!
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Failure to perform the required maintenance items
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may result in damage to the vehicle.
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At Each Stop for Fuel
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• Check the engine oil level about 30 minutes after a
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fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level
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while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the
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accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when
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the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
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Once a Month
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• Inspect the batteries, and clean and tighten the termi-
nals as required.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transmission and transfer case (if
equipped), add as needed.
At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the exhaust system.
• Check the automatic transmission fluid level (if
equipped).
• Check the manual transmission fluid level (if
equipped).
• Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.