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What kind of coolant does a 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 take?

What kind of coolant does a 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 take?

Prestone 50/50 Coolant/Antifreeze.

Why is the coolant leaking on my Dodge Ram 1500?

Coolant Leaks Multiple coolant leaks are one of the more common 2015 RAM 1500 problems, as well as affecting model years 2009-2014. Many owners report that the leaking is strange because it’s difficult to locate even with a pressure test and that the leak only occurs when the engine is cold.

Why is my Dodge Ram 1500 blowing hot air?

My 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT Hemi 5.7ltr engine is blowing hot air. Initially the compressor stopped turning and of course the whole truck stopped running because of it. We replaced it and (my husbands friend) and it ran for about 2 months and now it is blowing hot air.

Are there any problems with the Dodge Ram 1500?

Every car Engine has its peculiar issue, of which Dodge Ram 1500 is no exception. If you are a user of this vehicle, you must have experienced certain problems in the cause of usage. Like the human brain, the Engine of every vehicle is regarded as an essential component.

How much coolant do you need to change a Dodge Ram?

Leave the radiator cap off and start the truck. Allow the engine to run for several minutes. Turn off the engine and check the coolant level in the radiator. If fluid level has gone down, add more coolant to the radiator. It should take approximately five gallons of coolant to fill the radiator of the Dodge Ram.

Leave the radiator cap off and start the truck. Allow the engine to run for several minutes. Turn off the engine and check the coolant level in the radiator. If fluid level has gone down, add more coolant to the radiator. It should take approximately five gallons of coolant to fill the radiator of the Dodge Ram.

Where is the drain valve on a Dodge Ram?

Place a five-gallon drain pan directly underneath the radiator drain valve on the bottom of the radiator. The drain valve is on the driver’s side. Use an adjustable wrench to loosen the drain valve.

Why do people not like the Dodge 360?

I agree the 360 is a good motor.I think the only reason they get ragged on is Chryslers engine management controls or lack of compared to GM and that clouds the issue.I just picked up a 2001 a few weeks ago,so far so good. away from Dodge was the lousy gas mileage and lower hp compared to GM. I don’t haul or tow so I’m more into hp than torque.

Why do people not like the Dodge 5.9 engine?

Most people don’t know or care that it will clobber any current small block on low end torque and horsepower,below 3000 rpm. And most of these guys who are so proud of their big horsepower numbers don’t look at their tach enough to realize that 99% of their driving is below 3000 rpm.

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Ruth Doyle