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 31 (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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NOTE:
Torque converter is not equipped with a drain.
- Loosen oil pan bolts. Break pan loose by tapping lightly on one corner of pan and allow fluid to drain. Remove pan. Install new filter on bottom of valve body and tighten retaining screws. Clean oil pan. Clean magnet (if equipped), and place over boss in right front corner of pan. Install pan with new gasket.
- Add 4 qts. (3.8L) ATF to transaxle. Start engine and run at idle for at least one minute. With engine at curb idle and parking brake applied, move shift selector lever through all ranges, ending in "P". Add fluid to 1/8" below middle hole on dipstick. DO NOT overfill. Recheck fluid level when tranaxle reaches normal operating temperature.
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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.