Dodge Ram 1500 (2011 year). Manual

Chassis

Component

Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part

Automatic Transmission

MOPAR

威 ATF+4威 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed

ATF+4

威 product.

Transfer Case

MOPAR

威 ATF+4威 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed

ATF+4

威 product.

Transfer Case – NVG 246 Only

MOPAR

威 NVG 246 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent.

Front Axle – 1500 Four-Wheel Drive
Models

GL-5 SAE 75W-90 (MS-9763) or equivalent.

Rear Axle – 1500 Models

MOPAR

威 Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-140 (MS-8985). Limited-Slip

Rear Axles require the addition of 118 ml (4 oz.) MOPAR

威 Limited Slip

Additive or equivalent.

Front and Rear Axle – 2500/3500
Models

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 or equivalent. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not

available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids.

Power Steering Reservoir

MOPAR

威 Power Steering Fluid +4, MOPAR威 ATF+4威 Automatic Trans-

mission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4

威 product.

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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

CONTENTS

䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance . . . . . . 574
䡵 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 574

▫ Required Maintenance Intervals . . . . . . . . . . 576

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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 manual, 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.

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

On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis-
played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound,
indicating that an oil change is necessary.

On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” 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 ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle
serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles
(805 km).

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NOTE:

• The oil change indicator message will not monitor the

time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s
oil if it has been six 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 8,000 miles (13 000 km) or six months, which-
ever comes first.

Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in

“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In-
strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom-
eter” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.

At Each Stop for Fuel

• Check the engine oil level about five 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.

• Check the windshield washer solvent and add if

required.

Once a Month

• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or

damage.

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• Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals

as required.

• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake

master cylinder, 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

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 48,000 miles
(78 000 km).

The spark plugs located on the side of the engine are a
premium plug and must be changed every 96,000 miles
(156 000 km).

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8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or
6 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of

irregular wear, even if it occurs before
8,000 miles (13 000 km).

❏ Lube the front drive shaft fitting

(2500/3500 (4x4) models only).

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before

16,000 miles (26 000 km).

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

engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.

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

❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the CV joints. Perform the first inspection at 16,000 miles (26 000 km) or

12 months.

❏ Inspect exhaust system. Perform the first inspection at 16,000 miles (26 000 km) or

12 months.

❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for

damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or
18 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of

irregular wear, even if it occurs before
24,000 miles (39 000 km).

❏ Lube the front drive shaft fitting

(2500/3500 (4x4) models only).

❏ Inspect the CV joints.

❏ Inspect exhaust system.

❏ Inspect the front and 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

32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before

32,000 miles (52 000 km).

❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.

❏ Replace the spark plugs (3.7L and 5.7L Engines).

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

❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.

❏ Inspect the transfer case fluid.

❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for

damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or
30 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of

irregular wear, even if it occurs before
40,000 miles (65 000 km).

❏ Lube the front drive shaft fitting

(2500/3500 (4x4) models only).

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before

48,000 miles (78 000 km).

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

engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.

❏ Replace the top row of spark plugs (4.7L Engine). **

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

❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the CV joints.

❏ Inspect exhaust system.

❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for

damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the front and 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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56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or
42 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of

irregular wear, even if it occurs before
56,000 miles (91 000 km).

❏ Lube the front drive shaft fitting

(2500/3500 (4x4) models only).

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 64,000 miles (104 000 km).

❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.

❏ Replace the ignition cables (3.7L Engine).

❏ Replace the spark plugs (3.7L and 5.7L Engines).

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

❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.

❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.

❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter(s) if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.

❏ Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.

❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play;

replace if necessary.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or
54 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of

irregular wear, even if it occurs before
72,000 miles (117 000 km).

❏ Lube the front drive shaft fitting

(2500/3500 (4x4) models only).

❏ Inspect the CV joints.

❏ Inspect exhaust system.

❏ Inspect the front and 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

80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before

80,000 miles (130 000 km).

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

engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.

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

❏ Flush and replace the engine coolant if not done at 104,000 miles (169 000 km).

❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for

damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or
66 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of

irregular wear, even if it occurs before
88,000 miles (143 000 km).

❏ Lube the front drive shaft fitting

(2500/3500 (4x4) models only).

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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96,000 Miles (156,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 96,000 miles (156 000 km).

❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.

❏ Replace the ignition cables (4.7L Engine).

❏ Replace the top row and side row of spark plugs (4.7L Engine). **

❏ Replace the spark plugs (3.7L and 5.7L Engines).

❏ Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. †

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

❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.

❏ Inspect the transfer case fluid.

❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the CV joints.

❏ Inspect exhaust system.

❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play;

replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the front and 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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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

104,000 Miles (169,000 km) or
78 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of

irregular wear, even if it occurs before
104,000 miles (169 000 km).

❏ Lube the front drive shaft fitting

(2500/3500 (4x4) models only).

❏ Flush and replace the engine coolant if

not done at 60 months.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

112,000 Miles (182,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before

112,000 miles (182 000 km).

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

engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.

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

❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for

damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before

120,000 miles (195 000 km).

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

❏ Inspect the CV joints.

❏ Inspect exhaust system.

❏ Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet,

off-road or frequent trailer towing.

❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter(s).

❏ Replace the accessory drive belt(s).

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

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128,000 Miles (208,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before

128,000 miles (208 000 km).

❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.

❏ Replace the ignition cables (3.7L Engine).

❏ Replace the spark plugs (3.7L and 5.7L Engines).

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

❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.

❏ Change the transfer case fluid.

❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.

❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for

damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

136,000 Miles (221,000 km) or
102 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule

❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil

filter.

❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of

irregular wear, even if it occurs before
136,000 miles (221 000 km).

❏ Lube the front drive shaft fitting

(2500/3500 (4x4) models only).

Odometer Reading

Date

Repair Order #

Dealer Code

Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer

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