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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 RAM1983RAMPAGE BASE, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 24 (SERVICING - A/T)LUBRICATIONDRAINING & REFILLING
1983 Dodge and Ram Rampage Base, Automatic
Draining & Refilling
1983 Dodge and Ram Rampage Base, AutomaticSECTION Draining & Refilling
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- Loosen oil pan bolts at one corner. Tap pan to break it loose, allowing fluid to drain. Remove pan bolts and remove pan.
- Install a new filter and gasket (if equipped) on bottom of valve body and tighten screws. Clean pan.
- Install new pan, using RTV to form gasket.
- Add 4 quarts (3.8L) of transmission fluid. Start engine and allow to idle for at least one minute.
- With engine at curb idle and parking brake applied, move shift selector lever through all positions, ending in "P". Add enough fluid to bring level to 1/8" below ADD.
- Recheck fluid level after transmission has reached normal operating temperature. Do not overfill. Ensure dipstick is fully seated.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.