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Engine Controls - Service & Adjustment Specifications: Removal & Installation Dodge Ram Wagon B1500

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REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (CARAVAN, GRAND CARAVAN, TOWN & COUNTRY, VOYAGER & GRAND VOYAGER)

ComponentMonthsMiles
Air Filter
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(2)(3) 15,000
Camshaft Timing Belt
2.4L
Normal Service96120,000
Severe Service(2)120,000
3.0L
Normal Service (4)4860,000
Severe Service (4)(2)60,000
Coolant(5)(5)
Drive Belt4860,000
Engine Oil
Normal Service67500
Severe Service(2)3000
Engine Oil Filter
Normal Service
2.4L67500
All Others1215,000
Severe Service
2.4L(2)3000
All Others(2)6000
PCV Valve (4)
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(2)30,000
Spark Plugs
2.4L & 3.0L
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(2)30,000
3.3L & 3.8L
Normal Service(2)100,000
Severe Service(2)75,000
Spark Plug Wires
2.4L & 3.0L
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(2)60,000
3.3L & 3.8L
Normal Service(2)100,000
Severe Service(2)75,000
Automatic Transaxle Fluid, Filter & Band Adjustment (6)
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(2)15,000
Power Transfer Unit Fluid (7)
AWD Models
Severe Service(2)15,000
Rear Differential & Overrunning Clutch Fluid (7)
AWD Models
Severe Service(2)21,000
(1) Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as use of ethanol fuel, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, long periods of engine idling, trailer towing, police, taxi, local delivery service, or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions. (2) Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer. (3) Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection. (4) Inspect at scheduled interval and replace as necessary. Inspect every 30,000 miles after first scheduled interval if not previously replaced at scheduled interval listed. (5) Replace coolant at 45,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000 miles thereafter. (6) Band adjustment required on 3-speed automatic transaxle. (7) Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service conditions.
(1)Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as use of ethanol fuel, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, long periods of engine idling, trailer towing, police, taxi, local delivery service, or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
(2)Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer.
(3)Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection.
(4)Inspect at scheduled interval and replace as necessary. Inspect every 30,000 miles after first scheduled interval if not previously replaced at scheduled interval listed.
(5)Replace coolant at 45,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000 miles thereafter.
(6)Band adjustment required on 3-speed automatic transaxle.
(7)Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service conditions.

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (CARAVAN, GRAND CARAVAN, TOWN & COUNTRY, VOYAGER & GRAND VOYAGER) (1)

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (DAKOTA)

ComponentMonthsMiles
Air Filter
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(2)(3) 15,000
Coolant(4)(4)
Drive Belt4860,000
Engine Oil
Normal Service67500
Severe Service(2)3000
Engine Oil Filter
Normal Service1215,000
Severe Service(2)6000
PCV Valve (5)
3.9L, 5.2L & 5.9L
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(2)30,000
Spark Plugs
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(2)30,000
Spark Plug Wires
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(2)60,000
Automatic Transmission Fluid, Filter & Band Adjustment
Normal Service3037,500
Severe Service(2)12,000
Manual Transmission Fluid
3.9L
Normal Service3037,500
Severe Service(2)18,000
Transfer Case Fluid (4WD)
Normal Service3037,500
Severe Service(2)36,000
Front Differential Fluid (4WD) (6)
Severe Service(2)12,000
Rear Differential Fluid (6)
Severe Service(2)12,000
Repack Front Wheel Bearings
Normal Service1822,500
Severe Service(2)21,000
(1) Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, off-highway operation, snow removal operation, or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions. (2) Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer. (3) Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection. (4) Replace coolant at 45,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000 miles thereafter. (5) Inspect at scheduled interval and replace as necessary. (6) Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service conditions.
(1)Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, off-highway operation, snow removal operation, or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
(2)Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer.
(3)Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection.
(4)Replace coolant at 45,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000 miles thereafter.
(5)Inspect at scheduled interval and replace as necessary.
(6)Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service conditions.

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (DAKOTA) (1)

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (DURANGO)

ComponentMonthsMiles
Air Filter
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(2)(3) 15,000
Coolant(4)(4)
Engine Oil
Normal Service67500
Severe Service(2)3000
Engine Oil Filter
Normal Service1215,000
Severe Service(2)6000
PCV Valve (5)
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(2)30,000
Spark Plugs
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(2)30,000
Spark Plug Wires
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(2)60,000
Automatic Transmission Fluid, Filter & Band Adjustment
Normal Service3037,500
Severe Service(2)12,000
Transfer Case Fluid (4WD)
Normal Service3037,500
Severe Service(2)36,000
Front Differential Fluid (4WD) (6)
Severe Service(2)12,000
Rear Differential Fluid (6)
Severe Service(2)12,000
Repack Front Wheel Bearings
Normal Service1822,500
Severe Service(2)21,000
(1) Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, off-highway operation, snow removal operation, or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions. (2) Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer. (3) Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection. (4) Replace coolant at 45,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000 miles thereafter. (5) Inspect at scheduled interval and replace as necessary. (6) Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service conditions.
(1)Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, off-highway operation, snow removal operation, or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
(2)Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer.
(3)Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection.
(4)Replace coolant at 45,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000 miles thereafter.
(5)Inspect at scheduled interval and replace as necessary.
(6)Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service conditions.

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (DURANGO) (1)

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (RAM PICKUP - LIGHT-DUTY)

ComponentMonthsMiles
Air Filter
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(3)(4) 15,000
Coolant(5)(5)
Engine Oil
Normal Service67500
Severe Service(3)3000
Engine Oil Filter
Normal Service1215,000
Severe Service(3)6000
PCV Valve (6)
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(3)30,000
Spark Plugs
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(3)30,000
Spark Plug Wires
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(3)60,000
Automatic Transmission Fluid, Filter & Band Adjustment
Normal Service3037,500
Severe Service(3)12,000
Manual Transmission Fluid(7)(7)
Transfer Case Fluid (4WD)
Normal Service3037,500
Severe Service(3)36,000
Front Differential Fluid (4WD) (8)
Severe Service(3)12,000
Rear Differential Fluid (8)
Severe Service(3)12,000
Repack Front Wheel Bearings (2WD)
Normal Service1822,500
Severe Service(3)21,000
(1) Light-duty vehicles apply to all 1500 models and 2500 except 5.9L diesel or 8.0L engines. (2) Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, off-highway operation, snow removal operation, or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions. (3) Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer. (4) Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection. (5) Replace coolant at 45,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000 miles thereafter. (6) Inspect at scheduled interval and replace as necessary. (7) Service interval is not available from manufacturer. (8) Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service conditions.
(1)Light-duty vehicles apply to all 1500 models and 2500 except 5.9L diesel or 8.0L engines.
(2)Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, off-highway operation, snow removal operation, or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
(3)Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer.
(4)Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection.
(5)Replace coolant at 45,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000 miles thereafter.
(6)Inspect at scheduled interval and replace as necessary.
(7)Service interval is not available from manufacturer.
(8)Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service conditions.

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (RAM PICKUP - LIGHT-DUTY) (1) (2)

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (RAM PICKUP - MEDIUM-DUTY - GASOLINE)

ComponentMonthsMiles
Air Filter
Normal Service3030,000
Severe Service(3)(4) 15,000
Coolant(5)(5)
Engine Oil & Filter
Normal Service66000
Severe Service(3)3000
Spark Plugs
Normal Service3030,000
Severe Service(3)30,000
Spark Plug Wires
Normal Service6060,000
Severe Service(3)60,000
Automatic Transmission Fluid, Filter & Band Adjustment
Normal Service2424,000
Severe Service(3)12,000
Manual Transmission Fluid(6)(6)
Transfer Case Fluid (4WD)
Normal Service3636,000
Severe Service(3)36,000
Front Differential Fluid (4WD) (7)
Severe Service(3)12,000
Rear Differential Fluid (7)
Severe Service(3)12,000
Repack Front Wheel Bearings (2WD)
Normal Service1818,000
Severe Service(3)24,000
(1) Medium-duty vehicles apply to 2500 and 3500 Calif. models with 8.0L engine. (2) Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, off-highway operation, snow removal operation, or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions. (3) Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer. (4) Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection. (5) Replace coolant at 36,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000 miles thereafter. (6) Service interval is not available from manufacturer. (7) Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service conditions.
(1)Medium-duty vehicles apply to 2500 and 3500 Calif. models with 8.0L engine.
(2)Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, off-highway operation, snow removal operation, or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
(3)Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer.
(4)Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection.
(5)Replace coolant at 36,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000 miles thereafter.
(6)Service interval is not available from manufacturer.
(7)Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service conditions.

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (RAM PICKUP - MEDIUM-DUTY - GASOLINE) (1) (2)

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (RAM PICKUP - HEAVY-DUTY - GASOLINE)

ComponentMonthsMiles
Air Filter
5.9L
Normal Service2424,000
Severe Service(3)(4) 12,000
8.0L1212,000
Air Injection Pump Filter
Normal Service2424,000
Severe Service(3)(4) 12,000
Coolant(5)(5)
EGR Valve (5.9L Only) (6)
Normal Service6060,000
Severe Service(3)60,000
Engine Oil
Normal Service66000
Severe Service(3)3000
Engine Oil Filter
5.9L
Normal Service1212,000
Severe Service(3)6000
8.0L
Normal Service66000
Severe Service(3)3000
PCV Valve (5.9L Only)
Normal Service6060,000
Severe Service (7)(3)30,000
Distributor Cap & Rotor (5.9L Only)
Normal Service6060,000
Severe Service(3)60,000
Spark Plugs
Normal Service3030,000
Severe Service(3)30,000
Spark Plug Wires
Normal Service6060,000
Severe Service(3)60,000
Oxygen Sensor (5.9L Only)
Normal Service8282,500
Severe Service(3)82,500
Automatic Transmission Fluid, Filter & Band Adjustment
Normal Service2424,000
Severe Service(3)12,000
Manual Transmission Fluid(8)(8)
Transfer Case Fluid (4WD)
Normal Service3636,000
Severe Service(3)18,000
Front Differential Fluid (4WD) (9)
Severe Service(3)12,000
Rear Differential Fluid (9)(3)12,000
Repack Front Wheel Bearings
2WD
Normal Service2424,000
Severe Service(3)9000
4WD
Normal Service1818,000
Severe Service(3)6000
(1) Heavy-duty vehicles apply to 2500 and 3500 Federal models with 8.0L engine and all 3500 models with 5.9L gasoline engine. (2) Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, off-highway operation, snow removal operation, or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions. (3) Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer. (4) Inspect filter every 12,000 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 24,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection. (5) Replace coolant at 36,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000 miles thereafter. (6) If equipped with EGR valve, clean EGR passages when replacing EGR valve. (7) Inspect and replace as necessary. Replace PCV valve at 60,000 miles. (8) Service interval is not available from manufacturer. (9) Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service conditions.
(1)Heavy-duty vehicles apply to 2500 and 3500 Federal models with 8.0L engine and all 3500 models with 5.9L gasoline engine.
(2)Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, off-highway operation, snow removal operation, or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
(3)Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer.
(4)Inspect filter every 12,000 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 24,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection.
(5)Replace coolant at 36,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000 miles thereafter.
(6)If equipped with EGR valve, clean EGR passages when replacing EGR valve.
(7)Inspect and replace as necessary. Replace PCV valve at 60,000 miles.
(8)Service interval is not available from manufacturer.
(9)Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service conditions.

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (RAM PICKUP - HEAVY-DUTY - GASOLINE) (1) (2)

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (RAM PICKUP - MEDIMUM & HEAVY DUTY - 5.9L DIESEL)

ComponentMonthsMiles
Air Filter(2)(2)
Coolant(3)(3)
Engine Oil & Filter
Normal Service67500
Severe Service(4)3750
Fuel Filter
Normal Service1215,000
Severe Service(4)7500
Valve Clearance Adjustment(5)(5)
Automatic Transmission Fluid, Filter & Band Adjustment
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(4)15,000
Manual Transmission Fluid(6)(6)
Transfer Case Fluid (4WD)
Normal Service3645,000
Severe Service(4)36,000
Front Differential Fluid (4WD) (7)
Severe Service(4)15,000
Rear Differential Fluid (7)
Severe Service(4)15,000
Repack Front Wheel Bearings (2WD)
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(4)30,000
Normal Service4848,000
Severe Service(4)48,000
(1) Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, off-highway operation, snow removal operation, or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions. (2) Service interval is not available from manufacturer. Use filter- minder on top of air cleaner housing to determine condition of air filter. If filter-minder is in the Red zone, replace air filter. Reset filter-minder by depressing button on top of filter-minder. (3) Replace coolant at 30,000 miles or 24 months whichever occurs first. Replace coolant at 24 months regardless of mileage. After first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000 miles thereafter. (4) Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer. (5) Does not require routine adjustments. (6) Service interval is not available from manufacturer. (7) Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service conditions.
(1)Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, off-highway operation, snow removal operation, or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
(2)Service interval is not available from manufacturer. Use filter- minder on top of air cleaner housing to determine condition of air filter. If filter-minder is in the Red zone, replace air filter. Reset filter-minder by depressing button on top of filter-minder.
(3)Replace coolant at 30,000 miles or 24 months whichever occurs first. Replace coolant at 24 months regardless of mileage. After first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000 miles thereafter.
(4)Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer.
(5)Does not require routine adjustments.
(6)Service interval is not available from manufacturer.
(7)Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service conditions.

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (RAM PICKUP - MEDIMUM & HEAVY DUTY - 5.9L DIESEL) (1)

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (RAM VAN & RAM WAGON)

ComponentMonthsMiles
Air Filter
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(2)(3) 15,000
Coolant(4)(4)
Engine Oil
Normal Service67500
Severe Service(2)3000
Engine Oil Filter
Normal Service1215,000
Severe Service(2)6000
PCV Valve (5)
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(2)30,000
Spark Plugs
Normal Service2430,000
Severe Service(2)30,000
Spark Plug Wires
Normal Service4860,000
Severe Service(2)60,000
Automatic Transaxle Fluid, Filter & Band Adjustment(6)(6)
Rear Differential Fluid (7)
Severe Service(2)12,000
Repack Front Wheel Bearings
Normal Service1822,500
Severe Service(2)21,000
(1) Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions. (2) Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer. (3) Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection. (4) Replace coolant at 45,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000 miles thereafter. (5) Inspect at scheduled interval and replace as necessary. (6) Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Under severe service, change fluid, filter and adjust bands every 12,000 miles. (7) Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service conditions.
(1)Different interval may be required for normal and severe service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles, trailer towing, or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
(2)Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer.
(3)Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles and replace as necessary. Replace at 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during inspection.
(4)Replace coolant at 45,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000 miles thereafter.
(5)Inspect at scheduled interval and replace as necessary.
(6)Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Under severe service, change fluid, filter and adjust bands every 12,000 miles.
(7)Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer. Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service conditions.

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (RAM VAN & RAM WAGON) (1)