Fluid and filter changes, Appearance care and protection from corrosion, Protection of body and paint from corrosion – Ram Trucks 2015 Chassis Cab Commercial - Owner Manual User Manual

Page 530: Appearance care and protection from, Corrosion

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CAUTION!

If the fluid temperature is below 50°F (10°C) it may
not register on the dipstick. Do not add fluid until
the temperature is elevated enough to produce an
accurate reading. Run the engine at idle, in PARK, to
warm the fluid.

9. Reinsert the dipstick. Check for leaks. Release the

parking brake.

NOTE:

To prevent dirt and water from entering the

transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make

sure that the dipstick cap is properly reseated. It is

normal for the dipstick cap to spring back slightly from

its fully seated position, as long as its seal remains

engaged in the dipstick tube.

Fluid And Filter Changes
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper

maintenance intervals.
In addition, change the fluid and filters if the fluid

becomes contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the trans-

mission is disassembled for any reason.

Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion

Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-

graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads

passable in snow and ice, and chemicals that are sprayed

on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are

highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside

parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contami-

nants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated,

528 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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