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How often should I service my Ram 1500?

How often should I service my Ram 1500?

is the 8,000-mile or 6-month service. It rises from there in short increments: 20,000, 30,000, 60,000, 100,000, 120,000 and finally, 150,000. If the month increments don’t quite match up, that’s okay-just base your service on whichever comes first, the mileage or the month.

What is a common service interval?

While manufacturer maintenance schedules almost always have service intervals that fall within a 30, 60 or 90,000 mile range (7500, 15,000, 22,500, 75,000etc.), the 30,000 mile intervals are generally accepted as the most common and important.

Why do cars have different service intervals?

The general servicing intervals specified by car companies is based on both distance and time – for example 12,500km or six months; whichever comes first. The rules also mean car companies are unable to set the retail price of cars, happily enough, allowing informed car buyers to trade one dealer off against the other.

How to check your Dodge car for maintenance?

Dodge Service Maintenance Schedule 1 Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear and damage. 2 Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals as needed. 3 Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, and power steering, as needed. 4 Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation. More …

What should I change in my Dodge truck?

Replace the spark plugs (5.7L Engine). Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing (five-speed transmission only).

What happens if you don’t maintain your Dodge Durango?

Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic. Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance.

How often do you change spark plugs in Dodge Durango?

** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply. WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle.

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