Dodge 2500 (2009 year). Instruction

2. Turn the socket

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turn counterclockwise to access the

bulb.

3. Pull the bulb straight out from socket.

4. Reverse the procedure for installation of the bulbs and
housing.

Rear Light Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheel) — If
Equipped

1. Loosen the two screws and the housing to gain access
to the bulb sockets.

2. Turn the socket

⁄

turn counterclockwise to access the

bulb.

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3. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket.

4. Reverse the procedure for installation of the bulbs and
housing.

Side Marker Lights (Dual Rear Wheels)

1. Push rearward on the side marker light assembly.

2. Pull the entire assembly from the fender.

3. Turn the socket

⁄

turn counterclockwise and remove

from assembly to access the bulb.

4. Pull the bulb straight out from socket.

5. Reverse the procedure for installation of the bulbs and
housing.

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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES

U.S.

Metric

Fuel (Approximate)
2500/3500 Shortbed Models

34 Gallons

129 Liters

2500/3500 Longbed Models

35 Gallons

132 Liters

Engine Oil with Filter
5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified). For trucks oper-
ating under a gross combined weight rating less than
14,000 lbs (6 350 kg).

7 Quarts

6.6 Liters

5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-30, API Certified). For 2500/3500
trucks operating under a gross combined weight rating
greater

than 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg).

7 Quarts

6.6 Liters

Cooling System
5.7L Engine (MOPAR

威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/

100,000 Mile Formula)

18.7 Quarts

17.7 Liters

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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS

Engine

Component

Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part

Engine Coolant

MOPAR

威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid

Organic Additive Technology)

Engine Oil — 5.7L Engine (For
trucks operating under a gross com-
bined weight rating less than
14,000 lbs/(6,350 kg.)

Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade.

Engine Oil — 5.7L Engine (For
2500/3500 trucks operating under a
gross combined weight rating
greater

than 14,000 lbs/(6,350 kg.)

Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade.

Engine Oil Filter

MOPAR

威 Engine Oil Filter (P/N 04884899AB) or equivalent

Spark Plugs (5.7L Engine)

LZFR5C–11 (Gap 0.043 in [1.09 mm])

Fuel Selection (5.7L Engine)

87 Octane Acceptable - 89 Octane Recommended

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Chassis

Component

Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part

Automatic Transmission

MOPAR

威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid

Transfer Case

MOPAR

威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid

NVG 246 Automatic Transfer Case
Only

MOPAR

威 PN 05179014AA, NVG 246 Automatic Transmission Fluid or

equivalent

2500/3500 Model Front and Rear
Axle

Synthetic, GL-5 SAE, 75W-90 or equivalent. Limited-Slip 10.5/11.5 inch
Rear Axles Limited slip additive is not required.

Brake Master Cylinder

MOPAR

威 DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3

brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recom-
mended brake fluids.

Power Steering Reservoir

MOPAR

威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid

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EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type
must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure
the continued proper functioning of the emissions control
system. These and all other maintenance services in-
cluded in this instruction, should be done to provide best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main-
tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions, such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving.

Inspection and service should also be done anytime a
malfunction is suspected.

NOTE:

Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emis-

sions control devices and systems on your vehicle may be
performed by any automotive repair establishment or
individual using any automotive part that has been
certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or in the State of Califor-
nia, California Air Resources Board regulations.

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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, indicat-
ing 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 six months since your last oil change even
if the oil change indicator message is NOT illumi-
nated.

• 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 six months, which-
ever comes first.

Your dealer will reset the oil change indicator message
after completing the scheduled oil change. If this sched-
uled 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” under “In-
strument Cluster Description” in Section 4 of this
instruction.

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At Each Stop for Fuel

• 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 accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.

• Check the windshield washer solvent and add if

required.

Once a Month

• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or

damage.

• Inspect the battery, clean and tighten the terminals as

required.

• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake

master cylinder, power steering and transmission and
add as needed.

• Check all lights and other electrical items for correct

operation.

At Each Oil Change

• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the brake hoses and lines.

CAUTION!

Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.

Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.

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6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or
6 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500

(4x4) models only).

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the

engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.

❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).

❏ Inspect the CV joints. Perform the first inspection at 12,000 miles (20 000 km) or

12 months.

❏ Inspect exhaust system. Perform the first inspection at 12,000 miles (20 000 km) or

12 months.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or
18 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500

(4x4) models only).

❏ Inspect the front & rear axle fluid.

Change if using your vehicle for police,
taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer
towing.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the

engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, replace if necessary.

❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).

❏ Inspect the CV joints.

❏ Inspect exhaust system.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or
30 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.

❏ Replace the spark plugs (5.7L engine).

❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500

(4x4) models only).

❏ Inspect the transfer case fluid.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the

engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.

❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).

❏ Inspect the front & rear axle fluid. Change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet,

off-road or frequent trailer towing.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or
42 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500

(4x4) models only).

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the

engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, replace if necessary.

❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).

❏ Inspect the CV Joints.

❏ Inspect exhaust system.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or
54 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500

(4x4) models only).

❏ Inspect the front & rear axle fluid.

Change if using your vehicle for police,
taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer
towing.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.

❏ Replace the spark plugs (5.7L engine).

❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.

❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).

❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter(s) if using your vehicle for any of the

following: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing.

❏ Inspect the transfer case fluid.

❏ Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months if not done at 102,000 miles

(170 000 km).

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or
66 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500

(4x4) models only).

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the

engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, replace if necessary.

❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).

❏ Inspect the front & rear axle fluid. Change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet,

off-road or frequent trailer towing.

❏ Inspect the CV Joints.

❏ Inspect exhaust system.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or
78 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500

(4x4) models only).

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or
84 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ If using your vehicle for any of the

following: Dusty or off-road conditions.
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter,
replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if

necessary.

❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500

(4x4) models only).

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate tires.

❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.

❏ Replace the spark plugs (5.7L engine).

❏ Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. †

❏ Lube front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).

❏ Inspect the front & rear axle fluid. Change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet,

off-road or frequent trailer towing.

❏ Inspect the transfer case fluid.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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