Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM1982400 L4-135 2.2L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSCAPACITY SPECIFICATIONSDIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLYSYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
1982 Dodge and Ram 400 L4-135 2.2L SOHC
System Specifications
1982 Dodge and Ram 400 L4-135 2.2L SOHCSECTION System Specifications
Standard GL-5
Sure-Grip 90 GL-5*
Above -10°F (-23°C), 90, 80W-90, 85W-90; -30° to -10°F (-34° to -23°C), 80W, 80W-90; below -30°F (-34°C), 75W
4-cyl. w/auto. trans. AF
CAPACITY, Refill
<7 1/4>" ring gear w/<2 1/2>" dia. axle tube 1.2 Liters 2.5 Pints
4-cyl. w/auto. trans* 1.1 Liters 2.4 Pints
Others w/3" & <3 1/2>" dia. axle tubes 2.1 Liters 4.5 Pints
*Manual trans., capacity included with transaxle
SURE-GRIP IDENTIFICATION:
To identify, lift both rear wheels off ground, turn one wheel & the other will rotate in same direction
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.