Fluids, lubricants and genuine parts, Engine – Dodge 2012 Ram Diesel User Manual

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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS

Engine

Component

Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part

Engine Coolant

MOPAR

௡ Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hy-

brid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent.

Engine Oil

In ambient temperatures below 0°F (-18°C), 5W-40 synthetic engine oil
that meets Chrysler Materials Standard MS-10902 and the API CJ-4 engine
oil category is required. In ambient temperatures above 0°F (-18°C),
15W-40 engine oil that meets Chrysler Materials Standard MS-10902 and
the API CJ-4 engine oil category is required.

Engine Oil Filter

MOPAR

௡ Engine Oil Filter or equivalent.

Engine Fuel Filter

MOPAR

௡ Fuel Filter or equivalent. Must meet 5 micron rating. Using a

fuel filter that does not meet the manufacturers filtration and water
separating requirements can severely impact fuel system life and reli-
ability.

Crankcase Ventilation Filter

MOPAR

௡ CCV Filter or equivalent.

Fuel Selection

Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable supplier in your vehicle.

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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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