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I currently have a 2019 Ram 1500....I went to the Ram dealership to pick up some transfer case fluid. While doing so, I asked the customer rep. what was the capacity for the transmission fluid. He explained to me not to change the transmission fluid since the closed system of the transmission has to have a certain internal pressure. If the truck is driven not at the proper transmission pressure, it could slowly mess things up. He ended with these trucks are supposed to have a lifetime lifespan, having no need for the fuel to be changed. I said, thank you, and walked away. The truck is currently at 66,000 miles. Should I go ahead and changed the transmission fluid?
Hi there, we have a popular blog article on these "lifetime transmission" statements here that you may be interested in: www.blauparts.com/blog/what-does-lifetime-transmission-fluid-really-mean.html
So if you are doing the rear and the fluid already has Limited Slip Additive, do you not need to add the 5oz additive that Ram calls for in the user manual?
Correct, if using a product like Ravenol 75W-90 GL5 limited slip gear oil, it includes the proper ratio of limited slip friction modifier in its formulation. You can read more here: www.blauparts.com/ram-1500-transfer-case-differential-fluid-change-kit-2017-21.html
Just had a successful fluid/filter replacement yesterday for my 2016 Ram 1500. Setting up the jackstands, etc. took longer than expected, but safety always. One lesson learned - the little handpump didn't fit my bottles, but my wife had a little spray bottle from the Dollar General that fit perfectly. I also did two cycles of fill and run the engine - it didn't take as much as I expected the first go round. Thanks for the video!
He did good, but there is two areas he did not address! First, you have a torque converter that has a drain bolt, you have to get the torque converter positioned where the drain bolt is pointed down to enable draining of the converter. Secondly, in the oil cooler lines there is fluid that needs to be removed. You apply air pressure to one of the intercooler lines. This will ensure you have removed ALL the old fluid from the transmission. This type of servicing must be done, with the mindset to not contaminate the new fluid. Also you are supposed to closely examine the old pan filter for metal particulate matter. You can actually use a fine cutting Dremel are part off tool to open up the filter compartment. Inspecting this old filter material will give you an indication of wear and tear. I salvaged an old Mercedes Benz 300SD 1983 transmission that was under water for 4 days from a hurricane here in Houston. Did the above, no damage to tranny! And it had water in tranny, rear differential, and engine . My Mercedes still runs to this day!
The recommended service interval for changing the Ram 1500 8-speed transmission fluid is every 60,000 miles, so this would be a recommended service for your Ram. You can find more info on Ram 1500 fluid change intervals, why the ATF should be changed, and why the "lifetime" fluid claims aren't accurate on our blog at blauparts.com.
I just can't see any mechanics doing all these steps on their shops , most likely they're gonna fill it the first time put the plug and move on to next car, I figured i could probably do it myself till i saw you unscrew transmission mount bolts and raised it up
What is the difference between this and the newer LS (which is also advertised for the 2.5 gen Tundra). Ended up putting in the product mentioned in the video above in my 2015 Tundra front and rear diff. since the Tundra isn’t a true LS but have always wondered if I put in the wrong gear oil. Has about 8,000 miles on it since I put in the oil with no issues but it makes me think every once in a while. Also wondering about the red color since most are amber (including the transfer case oil).
Who would buy these trucks, everything they make now is either trash or it’s a maintenance cash cow for the dealer. I’ll stick to my old school engine no computer and I can do absolutely everything myself which saves huge! Not to mention wayyy better hp and torque, no ALUMINUM ALLOY driveshaft waiting to snap off and I’d destroy you on the quarter mile
Excellent video, followed the steps to a T on my 2014 ram 1500 laramie longhorn 5.7 hemi. Substantial difference in shifting and running beautifully. Only issue I had was getting transmission leveled. Floor jack and stands didn't quite get it there, ended up using forklift and tire to get it properly leveled. Again thanks again for the video! Very helpful 👌
Hey thanks for the question. As mentioned in the video we have a link in the video description to our blog that highlights the VW 09S transmission fluid change interval, fluid capacities, and the recommended fluid specifications for the transmission. Any other questions feel free to ask.
i had my cambelts changed on my MK7 VW golf diesel now the engine chatters horribly !! had it rechecked and all installed correctly. came with new tensioner. few others i've spoken too said they experienced the same issue!!
I wanted to do this in my trackhawk. I let it drain but when I tried filling it I struggled to get a 1gallon/4quart jug into the trans. Still had a little bit left. I would put it in the gears and run it for some time to empty the pan but I still couldn’t fill it with enough fluid. It’s also 100° outside so I’m guessing that’s why I can’t fill it anymore
One important item I sadly learned is that the "crush washer" is usually not given to you when you get a drain plug. I thought the plug and washer I was given was the whole item. Plug leaked and I added to the overtight from previous owner (leaks when i got car) and had to do new pan to fix. 1000 error. So be sure you get the crush washer also plus plug and don't make my error. I suggest you get parts from dealer for these oil changes. Why VW would use separate crush washer is bizarre. But now you know.
