Cooling system tips — automatic transmission, Do not operate the engine with low oil pressure, Cooling system tips — automatic – Ram Trucks 2014 Chassis Cab Commercial - Diesel Supplement User Manual

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Cooling System Tips — Automatic Transmission

To reduce potential for engine and transmission over-

heating in high ambient temperature conditions, take the

following actions:
City Driving —

When stopped, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL

and increase engine idle speed.
Highway Driving —

Reduce your speed.
Up Steep Hills —

Select a lower transmission gear.
Air Conditioning —

Turn it off temporarily.

Do Not Operate The Engine With Low Oil
Pressure
When the engine is at normal operating temperature, the

minimum oil pressures required are:

Idle 700 to 800 RPM

10 psi (69 kPa)

Full speed and load

30 psi (207 kPa)

CAUTION!

If oil pressure falls to less than normal readings, shut
the engine off immediately. Failure to do so could
result in immediate and severe engine damage.

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