Change engine oil, Engine oil selection – Ram Trucks 2014 Chassis Cab Commercial - Diesel Supplement User Manual

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only when the level on the dipstick is below the “ADD”

mark. The total capacity from the ADD mark to the Full

mark is 2 qts (1.9L).

CAUTION!

Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause
oil aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage
your engine.

Never operate the engine with oil level below the “ADD”

mark or above the upper “SAFE” mark.
Change Engine Oil
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper

maintenance intervals.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all

types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only

recommends engine oils that are API CJ-4 certified and

meet the requirements of Chrysler Group LLC. Use

MOPAR® or an equivalent oil meeting Chrysler Material

Standard MS-10902. Products meeting Cummins® CES

20081 may also be used. The identification of these

engine oils are typically located on the back of the oil

container.
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol

This symbol means that the oil has

been certified by the American Petro-

leum Institute (API). The manufac-

turer only recommends API Certified

engine oils.

Oils with a high ash content may produce damaging

deposits on cylinder head valves and/or aftertreatment

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