Dodge Ram Fluid Type disscussion thread
Dodge Ram Fluid Type disscussion thread
I had Chris put this in the FAQ section. Its a list of the fluids for the 1994-2001 gasoline engine Rams.
https://dodgeforum.com/forum/2nd-gen...uid-types.html
I want to discuss this because there are things that may need changed. I am human!!!
BUT!!!! I do not want any personal opinion on who makes the best fluids, or what you use yourself, etc bs... This thread is about discussing what fluids our Rams take and who makes those! Any OT bs like mentioned above will be removed.
Thank you!
https://dodgeforum.com/forum/2nd-gen...uid-types.html
Originally Posted by PurplDodge
WARNING!!!! This FAQ is not intended to tell what kind of fluids that you like or use, but to tell what kind of fluids (type) the 1994 - 2001 Dodge Ram take and who makes them!
ALSO!!! DO NOT take this as gospel! This is something that I have just complied over time! I am human and make mistakes!
ALWAYS refer to your Factory Service Manual before performing any service or repair to your Dodge Ram Truck. The above applies here.
As owners of Dodges, I'm sure that many of us have noticed that our trucks are different to work on than that of a Chevy or Ford. Our beautiful Mopar trucks also take some specialized fluids. A very simple diagram, and one that 99.9% of people get right everyday, but it is nice to have something to refrence and look at. Lets start with the one that everyone changes the most...
Motor Oil - 239 V6, 318 and 360 V8:
Our trucks are take a multi viscosities such as 10W-30 or 5W-30 motor oil that is API Service
Grade Certified. An Energy Conserving type oil is reccomended.
10W-30 is preferred from 0*F and up. 5W-30 can be used from 32*F and colder.
Makers of Motor Oil:
Pennzoil, Valvoline, Castrol, Mobil, Shell, Quaker State, Super Tech, Amsoil, etc...You know them!
Transmission Fluid:
ATF+4. DO Not use anything else! And ATF+4 is FULLY SYNTHETIC.
Makers of ATF+4:
Makers of ATF+4 must be fully liscensed by the Center for Quality Assurance (Chrysler) and ATF+4 is a registered trademark to Chrysler LLC. Liscenced brand names include -
Advance Auto Parts ATF+4®
Carquest ATF+4®
Castrol ATF+4®
Chevron ATF+4®
Citgo Transgard ATF+4®
Coastal ATF+4®
Conklin ATF-Xtra Plus ATF+4®
Formula Shell ATF+4®
Great Wall ATF+4®
Havoline ATF+4®
MAG 1 ATF+4® Mobil ATF+4®
Mobil Super ATF+4®
Mopar ATF+4®
MotoMaster ATF+4®
NAPA ATF+4®
Northland ATF+4®
O’Reilly ATF+4®
Parts Master ATF+4®
Parts Plus ATF+4®
Pennzoil ATF+4®
Petro-Canada ATF+4®
Quaker State ATF+4®
Ravenol ATF+4®
Sinopec ATF+4®
Super Tech ATF+4®
Texamatic DC ATF+4®
Ultramax ATF+4®
Valvoline ATF+4
So that assures that the Coastal ATF+4 you bought at AutoZone for $3/qt is the same as the Mopar ATF+4 that is $8/qt at the dealer.
Transfer Case Fluid - NV231HD and NV241:
ATF+4. The reason it doesnt take gear fluid is because if the seal between the transmission and transfer case starts to leak, the transmission wouldnt get contaminated by gear fluid, but instead ATF+4.
Front Axle Gear Fluid - Dana 44 and Dana 60:
SAE 75W-140 Synthetic gear fluid that meets MIL-L-2105C and API GL 5 Specifications
Nearly everyone who makes engine oil has a line of 75W-140.
Rear Axle Gear Fluid - Chrysler 9.25, Dana 60, 70, and 80:
80W-90 gear lubricant in normal conditions
75W-140 Synthetic gear lubricant for heavy duty or trailer towing intended uses.
Both must meet same specifications as above
Power Steering Fluid - All models:
Mopar MS 5931 or equivalent.
Brake Fluid - All Models:
DOT 3.
Most of this was complied from the 2001 and 1999 Dodge Ram Service manual. If you have any questions, comments, or changes, PLEASE send me a private message, like I said, I am human!
Nathan Kent
ALSO!!! DO NOT take this as gospel! This is something that I have just complied over time! I am human and make mistakes!
ALWAYS refer to your Factory Service Manual before performing any service or repair to your Dodge Ram Truck. The above applies here.
As owners of Dodges, I'm sure that many of us have noticed that our trucks are different to work on than that of a Chevy or Ford. Our beautiful Mopar trucks also take some specialized fluids. A very simple diagram, and one that 99.9% of people get right everyday, but it is nice to have something to refrence and look at. Lets start with the one that everyone changes the most...
Motor Oil - 239 V6, 318 and 360 V8:
Our trucks are take a multi viscosities such as 10W-30 or 5W-30 motor oil that is API Service
Grade Certified. An Energy Conserving type oil is reccomended. 10W-30 is preferred from 0*F and up. 5W-30 can be used from 32*F and colder.
Makers of Motor Oil:
Pennzoil, Valvoline, Castrol, Mobil, Shell, Quaker State, Super Tech, Amsoil, etc...You know them!
Transmission Fluid:
ATF+4. DO Not use anything else! And ATF+4 is FULLY SYNTHETIC.
Makers of ATF+4:
Makers of ATF+4 must be fully liscensed by the Center for Quality Assurance (Chrysler) and ATF+4 is a registered trademark to Chrysler LLC. Liscenced brand names include -
Advance Auto Parts ATF+4®
Carquest ATF+4®
Castrol ATF+4®
Chevron ATF+4®
Citgo Transgard ATF+4®
Coastal ATF+4®
Conklin ATF-Xtra Plus ATF+4®
Formula Shell ATF+4®
Great Wall ATF+4®
Havoline ATF+4®
MAG 1 ATF+4® Mobil ATF+4®
Mobil Super ATF+4®
Mopar ATF+4®
MotoMaster ATF+4®
NAPA ATF+4®
Northland ATF+4®
O’Reilly ATF+4®
Parts Master ATF+4®
Parts Plus ATF+4®
Pennzoil ATF+4®
Petro-Canada ATF+4®
Quaker State ATF+4®
Ravenol ATF+4®
Sinopec ATF+4®
Super Tech ATF+4®
Texamatic DC ATF+4®
Ultramax ATF+4®
Valvoline ATF+4
So that assures that the Coastal ATF+4 you bought at AutoZone for $3/qt is the same as the Mopar
ATF+4 that is $8/qt at the dealer.Transfer Case Fluid - NV231HD and NV241:
ATF+4. The reason it doesnt take gear fluid is because if the seal between the transmission and transfer case starts to leak, the transmission wouldnt get contaminated by gear fluid, but instead ATF+4.
Front Axle Gear Fluid - Dana 44 and Dana 60:
SAE 75W-140 Synthetic gear fluid that meets MIL-L-2105C and API GL 5 Specifications
Nearly everyone who makes engine
oil has a line of 75W-140.Rear Axle Gear Fluid - Chrysler 9.25, Dana 60, 70, and 80:
80W-90 gear lubricant in normal conditions
75W-140 Synthetic gear lubricant for heavy duty or trailer towing intended uses.
Both must meet same specifications as above
Power Steering Fluid - All models:
Mopar MS 5931 or equivalent.
Brake Fluid - All Models:
DOT 3.
Most of this was complied from the 2001 and 1999 Dodge Ram Service
manual. If you have any questions, comments, or changes, PLEASE send me a private message, like I said, I am human!Nathan Kent
BUT!!!! I do not want any personal opinion on who makes the best fluids, or what you use yourself, etc bs... This thread is about discussing what fluids our Rams take and who makes those! Any OT bs like mentioned above will be removed.
Thank you!
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power steering fluid TSB 19-005-03 (atf+4)
http://dodgeram.info/tsb/2003/19-005-03.htm
Date: Aug. 29, 2003
Models: 1994 - 2002 (BR/BE) Ram Pickup, 2002 - 2004 (DR) Ram Pickup
Discussion:
The factory fill power steering fluid for most 2004 model year Chrysler Group vehicles is ATF+4 (MS9602) and it provides superior performance at both low and high temperatures. WJ/WG and ZH vehicles use unique power steering fluids. Refer to the table to identify factory fill and the approved service power steering fluid by year and model. Note that MS9602 is Red in color and MS5931 and MS9933 are Amber/Yellow in color. All three fluids will darken in color with usage and fluid color is no longer an indication of fluid condition.
The part numbers for MS9602 are 05013457AA (quart) and 05013458AA (gallon). The part number for MS5931 is 04883077 (quart). The part number for MB345 is 05127381AA.
MS9602 should not be mixed or used as a “topping off” fluid on systems requiring MS5931. On some past models, MS9602 should be used as the replacement fluid. On these models, if a power steering system is being serviced that results in a large fluid loss, such as a pump, hose or gear/rack replacement, the complete system should be drained and filled with MS9602.
NOTE: This bulletin supersedes owner’s and service manuals for the vehicles listed above that may state to use MS9933 in the power steering system, and that may state not to use automatic transmission fluid in the power steering system.
Date: Aug. 29, 2003
Models: 1994 - 2002 (BR/BE) Ram Pickup, 2002 - 2004 (DR) Ram Pickup
Discussion:
The factory fill power steering fluid for most 2004 model year Chrysler Group vehicles is ATF+4 (MS9602) and it provides superior performance at both low and high temperatures. WJ/WG and ZH vehicles use unique power steering fluids. Refer to the table to identify factory fill and the approved service power steering fluid by year and model. Note that MS9602 is Red in color and MS5931 and MS9933 are Amber/Yellow in color. All three fluids will darken in color with usage and fluid color is no longer an indication of fluid condition.
The part numbers for MS9602 are 05013457AA (quart) and 05013458AA (gallon). The part number for MS5931 is 04883077 (quart). The part number for MB345 is 05127381AA.
MS9602 should not be mixed or used as a “topping off” fluid on systems requiring MS5931. On some past models, MS9602 should be used as the replacement fluid. On these models, if a power steering system is being serviced that results in a large fluid loss, such as a pump, hose or gear/rack replacement, the complete system should be drained and filled with MS9602.
NOTE: This bulletin supersedes owner’s and service manuals for the vehicles listed above that may state to use MS9933 in the power steering system, and that may state not to use automatic transmission fluid in the power steering system.
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