Vehicle Quick Reference: Maintenance Dodge Cab & Chassis R3500 HD

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES - CAB CHASSIS - DIESEL

At Each Stop for Fuel

1. Check the engine oil level about 15 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
2. Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required. When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe clean the wiper blades, this will help blade performance.

Once a Month

1. Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage.
2. Inspect the batteries and clean and tighten the terminals as required.
3. Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, and transmission and transfer case (if equipped), add as needed.
4. Check Filter Minder™. Replace air cleaner filter element if necessary.
5. Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation.
6. Drain water from the fuel filter.

At Each Oil Change

1. Change the engine oil filter.
2. Inspect the exhaust system.
3. Inspect the brake hoses.
4. Inspect the U-Joints (if equipped) and front suspension components.
5. Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
6. Check the manual transmission fluid level.
7. Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
8. Lubricate outer tie rod ends (4X4) models only.
9. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting (4X4).

Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all receipts.

OIL CHANGE INDICATOR - RESET

To reset the "Oil Change Required" indicator (after performing the scheduled maintenance) refer to the following procedure

1. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Do not start engine).
2. 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds.
3. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.

Note. If the indicator message illumination when you start the vehicle, the "Oil Change Required" indicator did not reset. If necessary repeat this procedure.

PERFORM SERVICE INDICATOR - RESET

The "Perform Service" message will display on the EVIC each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position to indicate a emission maintenance is required. To reset the "Perform Service" indicator system (after performing the scheduled maintenance) refer to the following procedure

1. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Do not start engine).
2. 2. Press and release the brake pedal two times.
3. 3. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly two times within 10 seconds.
4. 4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.

Note. If the indicator message illumination when you start the vehicle, the "Perform Service" indicator did not reset. If necessary repeat this procedure.

Maintenance Schedule

Inspection and service should also be performed any time a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all receipts.

*This maintenance is not required if belt was previously replaced.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES - DIESEL - 6.7L

At Each Stop for Fuel

1. Check the engine oil level about 15 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
2. Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required. When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe clean the wiper blades, this will help blade performance.

Once a Month

1. Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage.
2. Inspect the batteries and clean and tighten the terminals as required.
3. Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, and transmission and transfer case (if equipped), add as needed.
4. Check Filter Minder™. Replace air cleaner filter element if necessary.
5. Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation.
6. Drain water from the fuel filter.

At Each Oil Change

1. Change the engine oil filter.
2. Inspect the exhaust system.
3. Inspect the brake hoses.
4. Inspect the U-Joints (if equipped) and front suspension components.
5. Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
6. Check the manual transmission fluid level.
7. Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
8. Lubricate outer tie rod ends.
9. Lubricate Front Drive Shaft Fitting

Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all receipts.

To reset the "Oil Change Required" indicator (after performing the scheduled maintenance) refer to the following procedure

1. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Do not start engine).
2. 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds.
3. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.

Note. If the indicator message illumination when you start the vehicle, the "Oil Change Required" indicator did not reset. If necessary repeat this procedure.

The "Perform Service" message will display on the EVIC each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position to indicate a emission maintenance is required. To reset the "Perform Service" indicator system (after performing the scheduled maintenance) refer to the following procedure

1. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Do not start engine).
2. 2. Press and release the brake pedal two times.
3. 3. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly two times within 10 seconds.
4. 4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.

Note. If the indicator message illumination when you start the vehicle, the "Perform Service" indicator did not reset. If necessary repeat this procedure.

Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all receipts.

*This maintenance is not required if belt was previously replaced.

**The EGR Valve and EGR Cooler maintenance will be covered by the manufacturer only at this maintenance interval, for vehicles registered in California, Maine, Massachusetts, New York and Vermont.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES - GAS/CAB CHASSIS GAS/POWER WAGON

The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.

The "Change Oil" message will flash in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.

Based on engine operation conditions the oil change indicator message will illuminate, this means that service is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).

Note. The oil change indicator message will not monitor the time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil if it has been 6 months since your last oil change even if the oil change indicator message is NOT illuminated. Change your engine oil more often if you drive your vehicle off-road for an extended period of time. Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first.

Your dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change. If this scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your dealer the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under ODOMETER/TRIP ODOMETER .

At Each Stop for Fuel

1. Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
2. Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required.

Once a Month

1. Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage.
2. Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required.
3. Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering and transmission and add as needed.
4. Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation.

At Each Oil Change

1. Change the engine oil filter.
2. Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
3. Check the Manual Transmission fluid level.

Required Maintenance Intervals

Note. ** Vehicles built with the 4.7L engine are equipped with sixteen spark plugs, one set is located on the top of the engine under the coils and the second set is located on the side of the engine. The spark plugs located under the coils are a standard plug and must be changed every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) The spark plugs located on the side of the engine are a premium plug and must be changed every 102,000 miles (170 000 km).