Cooling system tips — automatic transmission, Do not operate the engine with low oil pressure, Cooling system tips — automatic – Ram Trucks 2015 Chassis Cab Commercial - Diesel Supplement User Manual

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NOTE:

Under certain conditions the engine fan will run

after the engine is turned off. These conditions are under

high load and high temperature conditions.

Cooling System Tips — Automatic Transmission

To reduce the potential for engine and transmission

overheating 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.
NOTE:

If the coolant temperature is too high the A/C

will automatically turn off.

Do Not Operate The Engine With Low Oil
Pressure
If the low oil pressure warning light turns on while

driving, stop the vehicle and shut down the engine as

soon as possible. A chime will sound when the light

turns on.
NOTE:

Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is

corrected. This light does not show how much oil is in the

engine. The engine oil level must be checked under the

hood.

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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