So I figured by doing it this way I may pay for getting my oil changed I don't have a place to change my own oil unfortunately but I should save double the money if I were to get my oil changed with regular oil. I would say it takes me 10 miles of highway driving to get mine up to temp. It was easier to say what is stock than list all the mods. Then reconnect the harness and start the engine. Run the engine enough to warm and circulate the oil, but not long enough top make the oil too hot to handle. Use the screwdriver to loosen the band clamps on both ends of the intake hose, then remove the hose and set it aside.
Seems like I'm missing something. Even on a fifteen minute trip to the grocery store, the truck hits operating temperature. 路 Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. 路 Inspect the exhaust system. For a year or so I was having to drive into an area I called the valley of death because of the horrible stop and go traffic. When the plug is loosened, drain slots in the oil pan will allow the oil to flow around the plug threads.
Please recycle the used oil. 路 Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. The owner's manual gives two oil change intervals, depending on usage: 5,000 miles and 15,000 miles. When I was commuting every day, it got changed at 10k. Park the truck safely , set the parking brake, and spread a ground sheet just behind the left front wheel and under the truck. 路 Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
You will need to be turning the filter clockwise as looking down from the top of the engine. Otherwise you have to either remove the air intake or the inner fender liner. 路 Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. I asked the service guy I trusted at my dealer when I bought mine and he said that even though the manual says 8k, he would recommend 5k or 6 months. At 5,000 miles of your regular routine driving get an Used Oil Analysis. Grease the front suspension and steering components and adjust the rear brakes.
You never know what could be dripping down from the engine, battery acid, engine coolant, brake fluid, etc. Then click Checkout after you've added your last item to the cart. It takes alot to really get these motors up to temp. Q: What are the part numbers for a replacement oil plug and washer? It takes alot to really get these motors up to temp. 路 Inspect the exhaust system. I like the dealer doing it because they keep track of all the maintenance and can run a report. 路 Replace the air conditioning filter if equipped.
Let the oil drain while you go to the engine top. If it isn't printed on the oil cap, check your owners manual for the exact type before adding new oil. Fill with 11 quarts of oil. The report came back with a bit of fuel in the oil, not a serious amount thankfully. A lot of my miles will be highway driving, so I'm going to get on a 7500 mile schedule just to keep it easier to keep up with in my head.
This machined plug features a thick shoulder, a 13 mm hex head, and a strong snap-on magnet to trap metal filings. 路 Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. Since I've owned my ride March '12 , I've had my oil changed 3 times. The drive nose of the extension fits into a recess in the drain plug. I drained the oil and it was not even warm to the touch. Stock door panels and rear seat. Every oil change was at a dodge dealer so I'm assuming they used mopar oil , and they could never tell me why it was doing that.
All of these fluids are extremely harmful to your eyes and skin so it is important to protect yourself. I say trust but verify. See Q: What is the correct torque for the oil drain plug? 路 Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. There have been documented failures of Fram and Wix filters. What about my oil filter? There's no minimum or maximum orders. Be careful, it is full of oil and it you tip it at all, you will spill. I figure as long as I'm within the 8K mile oil change, should not have warranty issues, even with the lifetime chrysler warranty I'm about to purchase.
Do not permanently bend, dent, or distort the filter can while tightening the filter - the body may stress crack at the bend and dump your oil. The best thing you can do for a Cummins is pull a heavy load for a long haul. 路 Inspect the exhaust system. You can always have your oil tested at 10k just to see what the lab will tell you. Your manufacturer will specify the oil change interval and oil type and weight for your specific vehicle. Will that hold up til the next oil change or should I just change out the filter at 'X' amount of miles? Place a large bucket 3 gal minimum! I suggest a 15 qt pan for safety and environmental friendliness.