2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup Owner Manual - Page 476
2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup Manual
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474 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Clutch Hydraulic System The clutch hydraulic system is a sealed maintenance-free system. In the event of leakage or other malfunction, the system must be replaced. Clutch Linkage If the clutch pedal linkage begins to squeak or grunt, the clutch pedal pivot bushings should be lubricated. For the correct lubricant type, refer to "Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts" in this Section. Rear Axle And 4x4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level For the correct Fluid type, refer to "Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts" in this Section. For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be inspected. If gear oil leakage is suspected inspect the fluid level. This inspection should be made with the vehicle in a level position. The fluid level should be even with the bottom of the fill hole for the Manufacturer's C205F HD front axles. The fluid level should be 5/8 in (16 mm) below the fill hole on 9 1/4 in manufacturer's rear axles. For all 2500/3500 Model axles, the fluid level should be 1/4" ± 1/4 in(6.4 mm ± 6.4 mm) below the fill hole on the 9.25 in front and 3/4 in ± 1/4 in (19 mm ± 6.4 mm) on 10.5 in rear axles. The 11.5 in rear axle level should be 1/4 in ± 1/4 in (6.4 mm ± 6.4 mm) below the fill hole. Drain and Refill Follow the Maintenance Schedule for recommended front and rear axle fluid change intervals. Lubricant Selection For the correct fluid type, refer to "Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts" in this Section.