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 RAM1983RAMPAGE BASE, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 25 (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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- Raise and support vehicle. Remove oil pan bolts to gradually lower and drain pan at one corner. Remove oil filter screws and remove filter. Adjustment of rear band can be made at this time (if required).
- Install new filter and filter gasket or "O" ring (if equipped) on bottom of valve body and tighten screws (if equipped) to 40 INCH lbs. (5 N.m). Clean pan with solvent and blow dry with compressed air.
- Install pan using new RTV sealant to form gasket. Tighten pan bolts to 165 INCH lbs. (19N.m). Lower vehicle. Add 4 qts. (3.8L) of ATF. Start engine and allow to idle for at least 2 minutes.
- With engine at curb idle and parking brake applied, move gear selector lever through all positions, ending in the "P" position. Add enough fluid to bring level to approximately 1/8" below "ADD" mark on dipstick.
- Recheck fluid level after transaxle has reached normal operating temperature. Add required amount of fluid as necessary. 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.