Maintenance Schedules - 3.0L Diesel Fuel Up To B5 Biodiesel: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 RAM 1500. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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

Based on engine operating conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as frequent short trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures will influence when the "Oil Change Required" message is displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as early as 3, 500 miles (5, 600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).

NOTE:

Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10, 000 miles (16, 000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first.

Once a Month Or Before a Long Trip

Check engine oil level
Check windshield washer fluid level
Check tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage.
Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering and transmission and add as needed.
Check function of all interior and exterior lights.

At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:

Change the engine oil filter.
Completely fill the Diesel Exhaust Fluid tank.
Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake.
Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions.