Dodge Ram 2500 (2016 year). Manual

Cavity

Cartridge Fuse

Micro Fuse

Description

F101

–

15 Amp Blue

Electrochromatic Mirror / Smart High Beams

– If Equipped

F104

–

20 Amp Yellow

Power Outlets (Instrument Panel / Center

Console)

CAUTION!

• When installing the power distribution center

cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly
positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may
allow water to get into the power distribution
center and possibly result in an electrical system
failure.

• When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use

only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The
use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may

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CAUTION! (Continued)

result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If
a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates
a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.

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VEHICLE STORAGE

If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we
recommend that you take the following steps to mini-
mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery:
• Disconnect the negative cable from battery.
• Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of

service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.

REPLACEMENT BULBS

All of the inside bulbs are brass or glass-wedge base.
Aluminum base bulbs are not approved.

Interior Bulbs

Bulb Number

Overhead Console
Lamps

TS 212–9

Dome Lamp

7679

For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer for
replacement instructions.

Exterior Bulbs

Bulb Number

Base Quad Headlamp –
Low Beam

H11LL

Base Quad Headlamp –
High Beam

9005LL

Front Turn Signal Lamp
(Base Quad Headlamp)

3157NA

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Bulb Number

Premium Bi Halogen
Projector Headlamp -
Low Beam

9005Sl+

Premium Bi Halogen
Projector Headlamp -
High Beam

9005LL

Front Turn Signal Lamp
(Premium Headlamp)

LED (Serviced at Autho-

rized Dealer)

Fog Lamp (Horizontal
shape)

9145

Fog Lamp (Vertical
shape)

9006

Center High Mounted
Stop Lamp (CHMSL)

921K

Rear Cargo Lamp

921

Bulb Number

LED Center High
Mounted Stop Lamp
(CHMSL)/Cargo Lamp

LED (Serviced at Autho-

rized Dealer)

Cab Roof Marker Lamps

194NA

Base Rear Tail/Turn and
Stop Lamp

3157K

Premium Rear Tail/Turn
and Stop Lamp

LED (Serviced at Autho-

rized Dealer)

Premium Backup Lamp

7440/W21W

Rear Lamp Bar ID
Marker Lamp

194

Side Marker Lamps
(Dual Rear Wheels)

194

Backup Lamp

921

Rear License Plate Lamp

194

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BULB REPLACEMENT

NOTE:

Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo-

spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric
conditions change to allow the condensation to change
back into a vapor. Turning the lamps on will usually
accelerate the clearing process.

Base Quad / Premium Bi-Halogen: Low Beam
Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Front Park And
Turn — If Equipped

1. Open the hood.

2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.

3. Remove the six plastic push-in fasteners that secure

the upper radiator seal to the grille support and both
fender ledges.

4. Remove the two plastic push-in rivets that secure the

upper radiator seal to the radiator.

5. Remove the upper radiator seal from the vehicle.

6. Remove the two headlamp assembly attachment screws.

Headlamp Assembly Attachment Screw Locations

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7. Reach into the front wheel house ahead of the front

wheel, remove the fastener, and lift the cover over the
access hole in the front of the wheel house splash
shield. Access to the rear of the lamp can be gained
through this access hole.

8. Reach through the access hole of the wheel house

splash shield and lift the slide lock upward far enough
to disengage it from the lock post on the back of the
front lamp unit housing.

9. Remove the headlamp assembly. Grasp the outboard

edge of the lamp and pull it straight forward to
disengage the ball stud from the plastic grommet.

10. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors from the

bulb socket.

Slide Lock

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11. Replace bulb(s) as necessary.

CAUTION!

• Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it

with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other
oily surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result.

• Always use the correct bulb size and type for

replacement. An incorrect bulb size or type may
overheat and cause damage to the lamp, the bulb
socket, or the lamp wiring.

NOTE:

There are access covers over both headlamp bulb

access holes in the quad front lamp unit housing (if
equipped). These covers MUST be reinstalled after the
bulb has been replaced.

Fog Lamps — If Equipped

1. Reach under and behind the front bumper to access

the back of the front fog lamp housing.

2. Disconnect the fog lamp wiring harness connector

from the fog lamp bulb.

3. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise ¼ turn to unlock the

bulb from the housing.

4. Pull the bulb straight out from the housing.

CAUTION!

Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it
with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other
oily surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result.

Rear Tail/Stop, Turn Signal And Backup Lamps

1. Remove the two screws that pass through the bed

sheet metal.

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2. Pull the outboard side of the lamp rearward far

enough to unsnap the two receptacles on the outboard
side of the lamp housing from the two plastic snap
post retainers in the outer box side panel.

3. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors from the

bulb socket.

4. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise 1/4 turn to

unlock it from the housing.

5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.

Tail Lamp Screw Locations

Pulling Out The Tail Lamp

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CAUTION!

Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it
with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other
oily surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result.

6. Reverse the procedure to install the bulb and housing.

Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) With
Cargo Lamp

1. Remove the two screws holding the housing/lens to

the body as shown.

2. Separate the connector holding the housing and wir-

ing harness to the body.

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3. Turn the desired bulb socket ¼ turn and remove the

socket and bulb from housing.

4. Pull the desired bulb straight from the socket.

CAUTION!

Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it
with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other
oily surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result.

CHMSL Connector Location

CHMSL Bulb And Socket

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• Outside Bulbs: Cargo Lamps
• Inside Bulb: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp

5. Reverse the procedure for installation of bulbs and

housing.

Cab Top Clearance Lamps — If Equipped

1. Remove the two screws from the top of the lamp.

Removing Rear Screw From Clearance Lamp

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2. Rotate the bulb socket ¼ turn and pull it from the lamp

assembly.

3. Pull the bulb straight from it’s socket and replace.

Removing Bulb Socket From Clearance Lamp

Removing The Bulb From The Bulb Socket

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Rear Lamp Bar ID Marker (Dual Rear Wheels) — If
Equipped

1. Loosen the two screws and the housing to gain access

to the bulb sockets.

2. Turn the socket ¼ turn counterclockwise to access the

bulb.

3. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket.

4. Reverse the procedure for installation of the bulbs and

housing.

Screw Locations

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Side Marker Lamps (Dual Rear Wheels) — If
Equipped

1. Push rearward on the side marker lamp assembly.

2. Pull the entire assembly from the fender.

3. Turn the socket ¼ turn counterclockwise and remove

from assembly to access the bulb.

4. Pull the bulb straight out from socket.

5. Reverse the procedure for installation of the bulbs and

housing.

Side Marker Lamp Locations

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FLUID CAPACITIES

U.S.

Metric

Fuel (Approximate)
1500 Regular Cab Shortbed/Crew Quad Cab Models

26 Gallons

98 Liters

1500 Regular Cab Longbed/Crew Quad Cab Models (Optional)

32 Gallons

121 Liters

2500/3500 Shortbed Models

31 Gallons

117 Liters

2500/3500 Longbed Models

32 Gallons

121 Liters

Engine Oil With Filter
3.6L Engine (We recommend you use SAE 5W-20, API Certified)

6 Quarts

5.6 Liters

5.7L Engines (We recommend you use SAE 5W-20, API Certified)

7 Quarts

6.6 Liters

5.7L Engine (We recommend you use SAE 5W-30, API Certified),
for 2500/3500 trucks operating under a gross combined weight
rating greater than 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg).

7 Quarts

6.6 Liters

6.4L Engines (We recommend you use SAE 0W-40 engine oil
meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS-12633 for
use in all operating temperatures.)

7 Quarts

6.6 Liters

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U.S.

Metric

Cooling System
3.6L Engine (We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula that meets the requirements of FCA
Material Standard MS.90032.)

13.7 Quarts

13 Liters

5.7L Engine – 1500 Models (We recommend you use MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula that meets the
requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032.)

18.3 Quarts

17.3 Liters

5.7L Engine – 2500/3500 Models (We recommend you use
MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula that
meets the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032.)

18.3 Quarts

17.3 Liters

6.4 Liter Engine – 2500/3500 Models (We recommend you use
MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula that
meets the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032.)

16.6 Quarts

15.7 Liters

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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS

Engine

Component

Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part

Engine Coolant

We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile
Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology).

Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine

We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the
requirements of FCA Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil,
and Shell Helix. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to FCA Material Standard MS-6395
may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available.

Engine Oil – 5.7L Engine

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